School Principal Salary in California
Explore school principal salaries in California including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CA
$135,757
Monthly: $11,313
Biweekly: $5,221
Entry Level
$82,883
Monthly: $6,907
Biweekly: $3,188
Senior Level
$185,773
Monthly: $15,481
Biweekly: $7,145
Job Growth
14%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $82,883 | $135,757 | $185,773 |
| Monthly | $6,907 | $11,313 | $15,481 |
| Biweekly | $3,188 | $5,221 | $7,145 |
| Weekly | $1,594 | $2,611 | $3,573 |
| Hourly | $40 | $65 | $89 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$106,060
CA Median
$135,757
Difference
+$29,697
Multiplier
1.28x
About This Career
Manage school operations and ensure educational quality.
Education
Master's degree in Educational Leadership; Principal certification required
Key Skills
Educational LeadershipBudget ManagementStaff ManagementInstructional Supervision
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