salary$83,810 a year$40 an hour · median pay in the Salinas, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$59,410per year
Top pay (top 10%)$142,030per year
Jobs in the area1,050people work this job
Can a accountant afford Salinas?
Expensive. Rent of $2,412 a month takes 34.5% of the median accountant salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a accountant make in Salinas, CA?
The median pay for a accountant in the Salinas, CA area is $83,810 a year ($40 an hour). Most earn between $59,410 and $142,030.
Can a accountant afford to live in Salinas?
Typical rent of $2,412 a month takes 34.5% of the median accountant salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Salinas, CA metro area.