University Professor - Communication Salary in California

How much does an University Professor - Communication make in California?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an University Professor - Communication in California is $110,370 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

However, an University Professor - Communication's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $142,313
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $96,640 to $127,090
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $84,140
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University Professor - Communication Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $127,090 $10,591 $2,444 $61
Average $110,370 $9,198 $2,123 $53
25th Percentile $96,640 $8,053 $1,858 $46
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Key Factors That Influence University Professor - Communication Salaries

An University Professor - Communication'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 University Professor - Communication Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an University Professor - Communication'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:

  • College Instructor - Communication (0-0 years): $68,289
  • College Assistant Professor - Communication (0-0 years): $76,506
  • College Associate Professor - Communication (0-0 years): $87,264
  • University Professor - Communication (0-0 years): $110,366
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
College Instructor - Communication0-0 years$68,289
College Assistant Professor - Communication0-0 years$76,506
College Associate Professor - Communication0-0 years$87,264
University Professor - Communication0-0 years$110,366
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Top Paying Cities for University Professor - Communications

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: $110,560
  • West Hollywood: $110,480
  • Dodgertown: $110,560

University Professor - Communication Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

University Professor - Communication salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $113,902. While startup companies pay approximate $97,326.

University Professor - Communication Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$97,326
Growth Stage51~500$102,686
Established501~5000$110,265
Enterprise5000+$113,902

University Professor - Communication Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For University Professor - Communication roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 32% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Education, offers compensation 18% above the average. Conversely, University Professor - Communication positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view University Professor - Communication as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an University Professor - Communication

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Education$130,082$63.018%

University Professor - Communication Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an University Professor - Communication'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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