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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Facilities Managers salary in San Diego, California

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the San Diego 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$106,540
Mean annual$119,790
Range (10th to 90th)$70,480 to $174,370
San Diego, California employment1,670
State vs national-0.3% vs national

Salary distribution

Where San Diego facilities managers fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

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

10TH$70,48025TH$80,280MEDIAN$106,54075TH$142,13090TH$174,370

The middle 50% of workers earn between $80,280 and $142,130, with a median of $106,540.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    5 years or more

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

Skill data from O*NET is not yet ingested for this occupation. We refresh this section when O*NET publishes a new release.

Common tasks (O*NET)

Task data from O*NET is not yet ingested for this occupation.

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Other metros in California

How the San Diego metro compares to other major California metro areas for facilities managers.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Facilities Managers in San Diego, California?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Facilities Managers in the San Diego metropolitan area is $106,540.
Does San Diego pay more than the California state average for Facilities Managers?
The San Diego metro median is -7.9% versus the California state median of $115,700.
How does San Diego compare to the national median for Facilities Managers?
The San Diego metro median is -0.3% versus the BLS national figure of $106,839.
What is the salary range for Facilities Managers in San Diego?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $70,480 and the 90th-percentile at $174,370 for the San Diego metro area.
What education is required for Facilities Managers?
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 San Diego 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.