Township Manager Salaries in California
How Much Does a Township Manager Make in California?
Updated April 01, 2025
As of April 01, 2025,
the average annual pay of Township Manager in California is $85,141.
While Salary.com is seeing that Township Manager salary in CA can go up to $108,983
or down to $66,531, but most earn between $75,400 and $97,621.
Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors,
including education, certifications, additional skills, and your experience levels.
With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.
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| Company | average base salary in (usd) | range |
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Brooktrails Townsip Community Service District
Brooktrails Township
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$131,613/yr
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RANGE: $122,192 - $141,034
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Hellam Township
Assistant to the Township Manager
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$63,051/yr
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RANGE: $55,912 - $70,190
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East Lampeter Township
Assistant Township Manager
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$84,027/yr
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RANGE: $73,568 - $94,486
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BIG BOY RESTAURANT GROUP LLC
Assistant Manager - Clinton Township
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$60,370/yr
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RANGE: $52,872 - $67,869
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Imperial Beverage
Account Manager - Commerce Township, MI
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$83,291/yr
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RANGE: $72,634 - $93,948
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Pritchard Industries
Custodial/Project Manager - Bernards Township
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$69,172/yr
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RANGE: $62,446 - $75,897
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Dollar General
STORE MANAGER CANDIDATE in Scott Township, PA
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$47,194/yr
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RANGE: $42,026 - $52,362
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Anywhere Real Estate
ASSISTANT BRANCH MANAGER - MOON TOWNSHIP, PA
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$58,535/yr
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RANGE: $52,851 - $64,220
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Conrad's Tire Express and Total Car Care
Automotive Tire Manager - Jackson Township - CLOSED ON SUNDAY!!
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$40,713/yr
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RANGE: $37,000 - $44,427
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IDR Inc
Marketing Manager Job at IDR Inc in Dallas Township
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$110,918/yr
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RANGE: $98,368 - $123,467
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Top 10 Highest Paying Cities For Township Manager Jobs in California
It is important to understand how location impacts your career prospects in the United States.
There are some cities where a Township Manager can find a job easily with a greater salary paid then achieve a higher standard of living.
Below is the top cities list for Township Manager job salaries in California.
Some cities can pay higher salaries for Township Manager jobs, which can indicate that there is a large demand for Township Manager positions in this city.
The following table shows top 10 cities where the Township Manager salary is higher than other cities in California.
San Jose takes first place in this list, followed by Santa Clara, Fremont.
The Township Manager salary is $97,360 in San Jose,
which is higher than the national average. There are 76 cities' Township Manager salary higher than national average in California.
The average salary for a Township Manager in California is $85,141,
but we found that the city with the highest salary for Township Manager jobs is San Jose, CA, and it is higher than Santa Clara.
Township Manager jobs in San Jose can have the opportunity to earn higher salaries than in other cities in California.
| CITY | ANNUAL SALARY | MONTHLY PAY | WEEKLY PAY | HOURLY WAGE |
| San Jose | $97,360 | $8,113 | $1,872 | $47 |
| Santa Clara | $97,360 | $8,113 | $1,872 | $47 |
| Fremont | $97,175 | $8,098 | $1,869 | $47 |
| San Francisco | $96,403 | $8,034 | $1,854 | $46 |
| Daly City | $96,403 | $8,034 | $1,854 | $46 |
| Berkeley | $94,265 | $7,855 | $1,813 | $45 |
| Oakland | $94,265 | $7,855 | $1,813 | $45 |
| Hayward | $94,111 | $7,843 | $1,810 | $45 |
| Antioch | $88,939 | $7,412 | $1,710 | $43 |
| Vallejo | $86,839 | $7,237 | $1,670 | $42 |
What Does a Township Manager Do?
In their relationship with Township Manager, the Board of Supervisors shall act as a body in all of its dealing with the Township Manager.
Updated October 23, 2021
The Township Manager shall submit to the Board of Supervisors, as soon as possible after the close of the fiscal year, a complete report on the financial and administrative activities of the Township for the preceding year.
Updated October 20, 2021
The Township Manager shall be chosen solely on the basis of executive and administrative abilities, with special reference to training and/or experience in municipal management and the Manager's powers and duties as set forth in ยง.
Updated September 27, 2021
The Manager is responsible for implementing the policies, resolutions and ordinances adopted by the governing body of the Township which is the Board of Supervisors.
Updated December 22, 2021
The Township Manager or an employee designated by the Township Manager shall investigate and dispose of such complaints and the Township Manager, where appropriate, shall report thereon to the Board of Supervisors.
Updated December 22, 2021
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What is the average of a Township Manager in California?
The Township Manager salary range is from $75,400 to $97,621, and the average Township Manager salary is $85,141/year in California.
The Township Manager's salary will change in different locations.
Which location pays the highest Township Manager salary in the United States?
The Township Manager salary in San Jose, CA is $97,360
which is the highest in the US.
What kinds of reasons will influence the Township Manager's salary?
Besides the location, employees' education degree, related skills, and work experience also will influence the salary.
Try to improve your skills and experience to get a higher salary for the position of Township Manager.
What is the growth rate of the Township Manager's salary?
If you are thinking of becoming a Township Manager or planning the next step in your career, find the detailed salary report of a Township Manager.
