Federal Agent (FBI/DEA/Secret Service) Salary in California
Explore federal agent (fbi/dea/secret service) salaries in California including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CA
$100,288
Monthly: $8,357
Biweekly: $3,857
Entry Level
$61,229
Monthly: $5,102
Biweekly: $2,355
Senior Level
$153,071
Monthly: $12,756
Biweekly: $5,887
Job Growth
13%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $61,229 | $100,288 | $153,071 |
| Monthly | $5,102 | $8,357 | $12,756 |
| Biweekly | $2,355 | $3,857 | $5,887 |
| Weekly | $1,177 | $1,929 | $2,944 |
| Hourly | $29 | $48 | $74 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$78,350
CA Median
$100,288
Difference
+$21,938
Multiplier
1.28x
About This Career
Investigate federal crimes and enforce federal laws.
Education
Bachelor's degree; FBI/DEA training required
Key Skills
InvestigationLaw EnforcementSurveillanceCritical Thinking
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