As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Ombudsman in California is $185,021, equivalent to $89 per hour, $3,558 weekly, or $15,418 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 California vary widely, spanning from $158,096 to $224,112. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($170,927) and 75th percentile ($205,483), while top earners (90th percentile) make $224,112 per year. This $34,556 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, California Ombudsman often earn 10.3% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 28 companies. However, California currently ranks 2 nationwide for Ombudsman job salary. 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 $158,096 CA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Ombudsman Salary $170,927 CA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Ombudsman Salary $185,021 CA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Ombudsman Salary $205,483 CA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Ombudsman Salary $224,112 CA August 01, 2026
25% $170,927 10% $158,096 90% $224,112 75% $205,483 $185,021 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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Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $163,314 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $173,621 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $174,078 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $168,582 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $164,710 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $173,636 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $167,204 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $163,729 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $197,753 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $192,305 Date Updated August 01, 2026
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