Activities Specialist (Per Diem) Salary in California

How much does an Activities Specialist (Per Diem) make in California? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Activities Specialist (Per Diem) in California is $47,707 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

However, an Activities Specialist (Per Diem)'s salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,044
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,501 to $54,164
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,672

Key Factors That Influence Activities Specialist (Per Diem) Salaries

An Activities Specialist (Per Diem)'s salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Activities Specialist (Per Diem) Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Activities Specialist (Per Diem)'s salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $46,069
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $46,541
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $47,886
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $48,155
  • Expert (over 8 years): $48,334
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Activities Specialist (Per Diem) less than 1 year $46,069
Early Career Level Activities Specialist (Per Diem) 1-2 years $46,541
Mid-Level Level Activities Specialist (Per Diem) 2-4 years $47,886
Senior-Level Level Activities Specialist (Per Diem) 5-8 years $48,155
Expert Level Activities Specialist (Per Diem) over 8 years $48,334

Top Paying Cities for Activities Specialist (Per Diem)

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Los Angeles: $47,789
  • West Hollywood: $47,754
  • Dodgertown: $47,788

Activities Specialist (Per Diem) Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Activities Specialist (Per Diem) roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 39% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Insurance and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Activities Specialist (Per Diem) positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Activities Specialist (Per Diem) as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Activities Specialist (Per Diem)

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Insurance $54,863 $26.0 15%
Pharmaceuticals $52,954 $25.0 11%
Construction $52,477 $25.0 10%
Healthcare $51,523 $25.0 8%
Energy & Utilities $50,569 $24.0 6%

Activities Specialist (Per Diem) Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Activities Specialist (Per Diem)'s annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$43,501
Average $47,707/year
$54,164
$3,625
Average $3,976/month
$4,514
$837
Average $917/week
$1,042
$21
Average $23/hour
$26
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $54,164 $4,514 $1,042 $26
Average $47,707 $3,976 $917 $23
25th Percentile $43,501 $3,625 $837 $21

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