Product Manager Salary in Merced County, California
Most openings are at educational institutions and healthcare providers. Salaries trail larger California cities due to lower living costs and a smaller pool of major employers.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$62,000 to $83,000
Average (per year)
$73,000
Entry-level Product Managers in Merced County join healthcare, agriculture, or public sector firms. Pay is lower.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$83,000 to $99,000
Average (per year)
$91,000
Mid-level roles command higher wages at large employers like university research centers or regional healthcare groups.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$99,000 to $118,000
Average (per year)
$108,000
Senior Product Managers work for government contractors or hospital systems.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$118,000+
Principal-level professionals hold senior local roles and oversee large portfolios or strategic initiatives.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$30 - $40
per hour
Mid-level
$40 - $53
per hour
Senior
$53 - $64
per hour