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Compliance Officers 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$90,370
Mean annual$96,760
Range (10th to 90th)$51,720 to $143,270
Los Angeles, California employment16,220
State vs national+15.3% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Los Angeles compliance officers fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

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

10TH$51,72025TH$66,450MEDIAN$90,37075TH$121,33090TH$143,270

The middle 50% of workers earn between $66,450 and $121,330, with a median of $90,370.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    Moderate-term on-the-job training

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Law and Government

    Knowledge

    4.1 / 5

  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.0 / 5

  • Written Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5

  • Active Listening

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5

  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5

  • English Language

    Knowledge

    4.0 / 5

  • Customer and Personal Service

    Knowledge

    3.9 / 5

  • Reading Comprehension

    Basic skill

    3.9 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Issue licenses to individuals meeting standards.

  2. 02

    Collect fees for licenses.

  3. 03

    Warn violators of infractions or penalties.

  4. 04

    Administer oral, written, road, or flight tests to license applicants.

  5. 05

    Evaluate applications, records, or documents to gather information about eligibility or liability issues.

  6. 06

    Visit establishments to verify that valid licenses or permits are displayed and that licensing standards are being upheld.

  7. 07

    Advise licensees or other individuals or groups concerning licensing, permit, or passport regulations.

  8. 08

    Prepare reports of activities, evaluations, recommendations, or decisions.

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Other metros in California

How the Los Angeles metro compares to other major California metro areas for compliance officers.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Compliance Officers in Los Angeles, California?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Compliance Officers in the Los Angeles metropolitan area is $90,370.
Does Los Angeles pay more than the California state average for Compliance Officers?
The Los Angeles metro median is -2.1% versus the California state median of $92,350.
How does Los Angeles compare to the national median for Compliance Officers?
The Los Angeles metro median is +15.3% versus the BLS national figure of $78,411.
What is the salary range for Compliance Officers in Los Angeles?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $51,720 and the 90th-percentile at $143,270 for the Los Angeles metro area.
What education is required for Compliance Officers?
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.