How much does a Master Data Lead make in San Diego, CA?

As of February 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Master Data Lead in San Diego, CA is $154,003. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $132,048 to $173,367, with most professionals earning between $112,060 and $190,996.

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What is a Master Data Lead?

The Master Data Lead is responsible for overseeing the management and governance of master data within an organization. This includes ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of master data across all systems and processes. The Master Data Lead will work closely with various departments to establish and enforce data standards, policies, and procedures, as well as lead efforts to improve data quality and integrity. Additionally, they will be responsible for identifying and implementing best practices for master data management, as well as providing guidance and support to the team responsible for maintaining master data. Overall, the Master Data Lead plays a critical role in ensuring that the organization's master data is reliable and effectively supports business operations and decision-making.

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Average Base Salary

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What is the average salary for Master Data Lead in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Master Data Lead in San Diego, CA. The base salary for Master Data Lead ranges from $132,048 to $173,367 with the average base salary of $154,003. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $142,404 to $195,664 with the average total cash compensation of $168,540.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $154,003 $132,048 - $173,367
Bonus $14,537 $10,356 - $22,297
Total Pay $168,540 $142,404 - $195,664
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE El Cajon, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $132,289 - $173,683 COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Chula Vista, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $132,683 - $174,200 COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Escondido, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $131,945 - $173,231 COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Oceanside, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $132,873 - $174,450 COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Carlsbad, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $131,945 - $173,231 COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Murrieta, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $134,093 - $176,051 COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Master Data Management Analyst IV LOCATION San Diego, CA MINIMUM SALARY $117,580 MAXIMUM SALARY $151,208
JOB TITLE Analyst, Lead/Master - Configuration LOCATION San Diego, CA MINIMUM SALARY $146,700 MAXIMUM SALARY $179,100
JOB TITLE Master Data Manager LOCATION San Diego, CA MINIMUM SALARY $137,041 MAXIMUM SALARY $180,916
JOB TITLE Master Data Analyst LOCATION San Diego, CA MINIMUM SALARY $78,793 MAXIMUM SALARY $101,576
JOB TITLE Master Data Specialist LOCATION San Diego, CA MINIMUM SALARY $78,793 MAXIMUM SALARY $101,576
JOB TITLE Master Data Controller LOCATION San Diego, CA MINIMUM SALARY $102,564 MAXIMUM SALARY $127,774
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