Workforce Insights: San Diego Professional (Corporate Teams)

This report provides a detailed overview of salary ranges, employment figures, and workforce trends for key industrial roles, offering insights into local hiring landscapes. It supports employers and HR professionals in workforce planning and salary benchmarking by highlighting regional dynamics and industry-specific data. PROFESSIONAL STAFFING Workforce Insights: San Diego, CA Salaries, Employment Trends, and Key Industry Data ● Employment growth projected at approximately 4.5–5.0%, remaining slightly above the national average ● Tech employment growth moderates to 2–3% YoY as employers prioritize efficiency, AI, and cost control ● Continued job gains driven by healthcare, life sciences, professional services, and defense-related business support roles ● San Diego GDP growth projected at approximately 2.3–2.7%, reflecting steady but moderate expansion Employment Growth ● Job openings stabilize following prior pullbacks, with strongest demand for specialized, mid- to senior-level talent ● Median salary across roles increases to approximately $83,000–$86,000 per year ● Wage growth remains cautious and continues to be constrained by housing affordability and elevated cost-of-living Job Market Conditions ● Continued ripple effects from California’s $20 fast-food minimum wage influence wage expectations across entry-level roles ● Employers in hospitality, retail, and business services face upward pressure on hourly and frontline pay ● Increased reliance on automation, contract labor, and workforce optimization strategies to manage labor costs ● Entry-level turnover remains elevated at approximately 14–16%, driven by wage competition and housing affordability Wage Trends SB 294 – Workplace Know Your Rights Act Notices ● Starting Feb 1, 2026, employers must provide an annual “Know Your Rights” notice to employees. ● Must cover workers’ comp, immigration protections, union/concerted activity, and rights during law enforcement interactions in the employee’s workplace communication language. ● Employees must be able to designate an emergency contact by March 30, 2026. Why that impacts salary: Adds compliance workload and accelerates onboarding/policy standardization. SB 617 – Cal-WARN Notice Updates ● Effective Jan 1, 2026, Cal-WARN notices must include expanded required details. ● If coordinating services, employers must arrange them within 30 days. Why that impacts salary: Increases risk and admin demands during workforce reductions. Legislation Insights

Clerical & Admin Low Salary Medium High Salary Number Employed Administrative Assistants $52,000 $71,448 $82,888 16,795 Marketing Specialists $81,120 $119,080 $155,064 7,991 Office Coordinators $63,232 $78,000 $87,776 14,105 Project Managers $47,736 $80,704 $101,296 17,923 Customer Service Rep $37,232 $52,104 $63,232 16,426 Finance & Accounting Low Salary Medium High Salary Number Employed Accountants $64,792 $91,208 $105,456 14,411 Controllers $47,736 $80,704 $101,296 8,457 Payroll Specialists $47,528 $58,448 $67,288 1,755 Auditors $64,792 $91,208 $105,456 3,624 Bookkeepers $42,848 $53,040 $60,944 2,238 Human Resources Low Salary Medium High Salary Number Employed Benefits Analysts $78,624 $105,040 $124,592 911 CHRO $102,648 $149,968 $177,736 3,476 HRIS Analysts $66,040 $96,928 $120,432 11,022 HR Directors $101,504 $138,320 $164,424 2,800 Recruiters $60,216 $81,016 $98,384 11,022 IT Low Salary Medium High Salary Number Employed Help Desk Representatives $49,296 $66,144 $78,208 5,475 Systems & Network Engineers $81,328 $102,544 $116,168 2,233 Software Engineers $110,032 $146,640 $172,640 21,273 IT Security Analysts $84,344 $114,608 $134,680 1,731 IT Managers $110,448 $148,200 $158,184 7,856 By leveraging these insights, businesses can make decisions to remain competitive in a dynamic labor market, align compensation with market realities, and address staffing challenges proactively. The salaries listed are estimates and may vary based on experience, location, and industry demand.