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Business Operations Specialists salary in Sacramento, California

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Sacramento 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$81,390
Mean annual$92,290
Range (10th to 90th)$46,700 to $146,940
Sacramento, California employment8,740
State vs national-0.9% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Sacramento business operations specialists fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

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

10TH$46,70025TH$60,010MEDIAN$81,39075TH$109,15090TH$146,940

The middle 50% of workers earn between $60,010 and $109,150, with a median of $81,390.

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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento, California?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Business Operations Specialists in the Sacramento metropolitan area is $81,390.
Does Sacramento pay more than the California state average for Business Operations Specialists?
The Sacramento metro median is -2.9% versus the California state median of $83,820.
How does Sacramento compare to the national median for Business Operations Specialists?
The Sacramento metro median is -0.9% versus the BLS national figure of $82,135.
What is the salary range for Business Operations Specialists in Sacramento?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $46,700 and the 90th-percentile at $146,940 for the Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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.