$48,010 a year$23 an hour · median pay in the Salinas, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$36,770per year
Top pay (top 10%)$71,330per year
Jobs in the area880people work this job
Can a customer service representative afford Salinas?
Expensive. Rent of $2,412 a month takes 60.3% of the median customer service representative 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 customer service representative make in Salinas, CA?
The median pay for a customer service representative in the Salinas, CA area is $48,010 a year ($23 an hour). Most earn between $36,770 and $71,330.
Can a customer service representative afford to live in Salinas?
Typical rent of $2,412 a month takes 60.3% of the median customer service representative 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.