Assistant Vice President Quality Salary in California

How much does an Assistant Vice President Quality make in California? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Vice President Quality in California is $116,950 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

However, an Assistant Vice President Quality's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $135,295
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $106,946 to $126,553
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $97,838

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Vice President Quality Salaries

An Assistant Vice President Quality'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 Vice President Quality Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Vice President Quality'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): $87,241
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $108,667
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $114,949
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $137,147
  • Expert (over 8 years): $162,489
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Vendor Quality Control Analyst I less than 1 year $87,241
Vendor Quality Control Analyst II 1-2 years $108,667
Assistant Vice President Quality 2-4 years $114,949
Vendor Quality Control Analyst IV 5-8 years $137,147
Vendor Quality Control Analyst V over 8 years $162,489

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Vice President Quality

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: $117,151
  • West Hollywood: $117,067
  • Dodgertown: $117,150

Assistant Vice President Quality Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Vice President Quality roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Vice President Quality positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Vice President Quality as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Assistant Vice President Quality

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense $140,340 $67.0 20%

Assistant Vice President Quality Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Vice President Quality'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
$106,946
Average $116,950/year
$126,553
$8,912
Average $9,746/month
$10,546
$2,057
Average $2,249/week
$2,434
$51
Average $56/hour
$61
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $126,553 $10,546 $2,434 $61
Average $116,950 $9,746 $2,249 $56
25th Percentile $106,946 $8,912 $2,057 $51

Find Your Next Assistant Vice President Quality Job

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