DOL Median (SANTA MONICA, CA)
$70,720
vs National
+9.7%
National: $64,490BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$51,061
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$70,720
+9.7% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$64,490
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Urban and Regional Planners in SANTA MONICA, CA earns $70,720 in nominal terms, which is 9.7% above the national average of $64,490. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 138.5 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $51,061 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in SANTA MONICA, CA
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Industry Partners Inc. | $75,000 | 2 |
| David Moss & Associates, Inc. | $71,240 | 2 |
| MOORE RUBLE YUDELL, ARCHITECTS AND PLANNERS | $56,400 | 1 |
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How much does a Urban and Regional Planners make in SANTA MONICA, CA?
The median Urban and Regional Planners salary in SANTA MONICA, CA is $70,720 based on 5 DOL filings.
Is SANTA MONICA, CA a good place to work as a Urban and Regional Planners?
A Urban and Regional Planners in SANTA MONICA, CA earns 9.7% more than the national median of $64,490, or $51,061 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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