May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in North Coast Region of California
North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area
340 occupations
Across 340 occupations with published wages in North Coast Region of California, nurse anesthetists record the highest median at $364,830 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in North Coast Region of California
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nurse Anesthetists | $364,830 | — | |
| 2 | Physicians, All Other | $307,400 | 90 | |
| 3 | Family Medicine Physicians | $281,780 | 120 | |
| 4 | Commercial Pilots | $216,950 | 50 | |
| 5 | Dentists, General | $208,000 | 90 | |
| 6 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $183,850 | 40 | |
| 7 | Pharmacists | $166,310 | 200 | |
| 8 | Physician Assistants | $162,860 | 70 | |
| 9 | Nurse Practitioners | $156,990 | 150 | |
| 10 | Veterinarians | $154,890 | 50 | |
| 11 | Electrical Engineers | $154,820 | 40 | |
| 12 | Lawyers | $141,610 | 180 | |
| 13 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $139,340 | 140 | |
| 14 | Marketing Managers | $136,730 | 90 | |
| 15 | Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary | $134,680 | 280 | |
| 16 | Chief Executives | $134,650 | 270 | |
| 17 | Registered Nurses | $133,830 | 2,200 | |
| 18 | Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $133,020 | 70 | |
| 19 | Human Resources Managers | $132,320 | 90 | |
| 20 | School Psychologists | $131,980 | 50 | |
| 21 | Medical and Health Services Managers | $131,680 | 490 | |
| 22 | Software Developers | $131,110 | 100 | |
| 23 | Financial Managers | $130,990 | 380 | |
| 24 | Optometrists | $129,420 | 30 | |
| 25 | Physical Therapists | $129,370 | 110 |
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 10,140 | $34,820 |
| Cashiers | 3,260 | $36,510 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 2,750 | $39,710 |
| Retail Salespersons | 2,580 | $38,520 |
| Office Clerks, General | 2,310 | $47,350 |
| Registered Nurses | 2,200 | $133,830 |
| Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary | 1,970 | $45,970 |
| General and Operations Managers | 1,910 | $97,570 |
| Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | 1,820 | $79,380 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 1,470 | $38,210 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $34,820 | 10,140 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $35,080 | 1,390 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $35,190 | 360 |
| Gambling Dealers | $35,220 | 120 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $35,570 | 50 |
| Bartenders | $35,660 | 560 |
| Dishwashers | $35,750 | 470 |
| Information and Record Clerks, All Other | $35,850 | 200 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $35,910 | 250 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers, All Other | $36,010 | 60 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.