Assistant County Manager Salary in California

How much does an Assistant County Manager make in California? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant County Manager in California is $55,581 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

However, an Assistant County Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $65,039
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,042 to $60,532
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,000

Key Factors That Influence Assistant County Manager Salaries

An Assistant County Manager'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 Assistant County Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant County Manager'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): $52,710
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $54,550
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $57,163
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $57,163
  • Expert (over 8 years): $57,369
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Assistant County Manager less than 1 year $52,710
Early Career Level Assistant County Manager 1-2 years $54,550
Mid-Level Level Assistant County Manager 2-4 years $57,163
Senior-Level Level Assistant County Manager 5-8 years $57,163
Expert Level Assistant County Manager over 8 years $57,369

Top Paying Cities for Assistant County Manager

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: $55,677
  • West Hollywood: $55,636
  • Dodgertown: $55,676

Assistant County Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant County Manager'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 August 01, 2026
$50,042
Average $55,581/year
$60,532
$4,170
Average $4,632/month
$5,044
$962
Average $1,069/week
$1,164
$24
Average $27/hour
$29
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $60,532 $5,044 $1,164 $29
Average $55,581 $4,632 $1,069 $27
25th Percentile $50,042 $4,170 $962 $24

Find Your Next Assistant County Manager Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Assistant County Manager job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

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