salary$77,680 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Chico, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$55,940per year
Top pay (top 10%)$126,280per year
Jobs in the area420people work this job
Can a accountant afford Chico?
OK. Rent of $1,675 a month takes 25.9% of the median accountant salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a accountant make in Chico, CA?
The median pay for a accountant in the Chico, CA area is $77,680 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $55,940 and $126,280.
Can a accountant afford to live in Chico?
Typical rent of $1,675 a month takes 25.9% of the median accountant salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Chico, CA metro area.