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Business Operations Specialists salary in Los Angeles, California

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Los Angeles metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$81,240
Mean annual$98,650
Range (10th to 90th)$42,600 to $168,550
Los Angeles, California employment54,870
State vs national-1.1% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Los Angeles business operations specialists fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$42,60025TH$60,420MEDIAN$81,24075TH$125,94090TH$168,550

The middle 50% of workers earn between $60,420 and $125,940, with a median of $81,240.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    Less than 5 years

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

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Common tasks (O*NET)

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Other metros in California

How the Los Angeles metro compares to other major California metro areas for business operations specialists.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Business Operations Specialists in Los Angeles, California?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Business Operations Specialists in the Los Angeles metropolitan area is $81,240.
Does Los Angeles pay more than the California state average for Business Operations Specialists?
The Los Angeles metro median is -3.1% versus the California state median of $83,820.
How does Los Angeles compare to the national median for Business Operations Specialists?
The Los Angeles metro median is -1.1% versus the BLS national figure of $82,135.
What is the salary range for Business Operations Specialists in Los Angeles?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $42,600 and the 90th-percentile at $168,550 for the Los Angeles metro area.
What education is required for Business Operations Specialists?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Los Angeles CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.