As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Ombudsman in the US is $167,666, equivalent to $81 per hour, $3,224 weekly, or $13,972 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Ombudsman in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Ombudsman in the US vary widely, spanning from $143,280 to $202,920. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($154,902) and 75th percentile ($186,119), while top earners (90th percentile) make $202,920 per year. This $31,217 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Case Management, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Ombudsman often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 28 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Ombudsman Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Ombudsman Salary $143,280 US May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Ombudsman Salary $154,902 US May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Ombudsman Salary $167,666 US May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Ombudsman Salary $186,119 US May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Ombudsman Salary $202,920 US May 01, 2026
25% $154,902 10% $143,280 90% $202,920 75% $186,119 $167,666 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is an Ombudsman ?

An ombudsman, ombudsperson, ombud, or public advocate is an official who is charged with representing the interests of the public by investigating and addressing complaints of maladministration or a violation of rights. The ombudsman is usually appointed by the government or by parliament, but with a significant degree of independence. In some countries an inspector general, citizen advocate or other official may have duties similar to those of a national ombudsman, and may also be appointed by a legislature. Below the national level an ombudsman may be appointed by a state, local or municipal...

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Ombudsman in the United States. The base salary for Ombudsman ranges from $154,902 to $186,119 with the average base salary of $167,666. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $148,626 to $203,414 with the average total cash compensation of $175,001.

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