Clinical Supervisor Salary in California

How much does a Clinical Supervisor make in California?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Clinical Supervisor in California is $119,607 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

However, a Clinical Supervisor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $154,045
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $111,431 to $137,633
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $103,986
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Clinical Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $137,633 $11,469 $2,647 $66
Average $119,607 $9,967 $2,300 $58
25th Percentile $111,431 $9,286 $2,143 $54
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Key Factors That Influence Clinical Supervisor Salaries

A Clinical Supervisor'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 Clinical Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Clinical Supervisor'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): $115,474
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $115,811
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $117,496
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $122,789
  • Expert (over 8 years): $124,909
Levels Salary
Entry Level Clinical Supervisor$115,474
Intermediate Level Clinical Supervisor$115,811
Senior Level Clinical Supervisor$117,496
Specialist Level Clinical Supervisor$122,789
Expert Level Clinical Supervisor$124,909
$115,474 0 yr
$115,811 < 2 yrs
$117,496 2-4 yrs
$122,789 5-8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Clinical Supervisors

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: $119,813
  • West Hollywood: $119,726
  • Dodgertown: $119,812

Clinical Supervisor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Clinical Supervisor roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Clinical Supervisor positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Clinical Supervisor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Clinical Supervisor

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$143,529$69.020%

Clinical Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Clinical Supervisor'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

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