Head Of Facilities Salary in California

How much does a Head Of Facilities make in California?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Head Of Facilities in California is $265,595 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $128.

However, a Head Of Facilities's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $286,376
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $257,345 to $276,472
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $249,835
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Head Of Facilities Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $276,472 $23,039 $5,317 $133
Average $265,595 $22,133 $5,108 $128
25th Percentile $257,345 $21,445 $4,949 $124
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Key Factors That Influence Head Of Facilities Salaries

A Head Of Facilities'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 Head Of Facilities Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Head Of Facilities'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): $104,809
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $119,200
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $152,476
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $195,260
  • Expert (over 8 years): $266,167
Levels Salary
Facilitie... Level Head Of Facilities$104,809
Facilitie... Level Head Of Facilities$119,200
Facilitie... Level Head Of Facilities$152,476
Facilitie... Level Head Of Facilities$195,260
Head Of F... Level Head Of Facilities$266,167
$104,809 0 yr
$119,200 < 2 yrs
$152,476 2-4 yrs
$195,260 5-8 yrs
$266,167 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Head Of Facilities

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: $266,052
  • West Hollywood: $265,860
  • Dodgertown: $266,050

Head Of Facilities Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Head Of Facilities roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Head Of Facilities positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Head Of Facilities as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Head Of Facilities

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$292,154$140.010%
Biotechnology$292,154$140.010%
Business Services$292,154$140.010%
Chemicals$292,154$140.010%
Construction$292,154$140.010%

Head Of Facilities Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Head Of Facilities'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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