Receptionist Salary in Santa Ana, CA

Median: $20.81/hour ($43,280/year) — $5,270 (14%) above the national median. Range: $39,410–$47,340.

Last updated: 2026-07-04 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · National Receptionist salary guide

The median Receptionist salary in Santa Ana, CA is $20.81/hour ($43,280/year) ($5,270 (14%) above the national median), with a typical range of $39,410–$47,340. Santa Ana is part of the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro area; BLS publishes wage data at the metro level. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

Salary stats
MetricValueSource
Median$20.81/hour ($43,280/year)BLS
Range$39,410–$47,340BLS
### Key facts for Receptionist in Santa Ana Median pay and comparison. - Median is the middle value. - Data from BLS.

Receptionist Salary in Santa Ana vs. National Average

25th Pct (Santa Ana) $39,410
Median (Santa Ana) $43,280
75th Pct (Santa Ana) $47,340

National median: $38,010/yr. Santa Ana is $5,270 (14%) above the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro area (SOC 43-4171, Receptionist). Santa Ana is part of the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro area; BLS publishes wage data at the metro level.

Receptionist pay in Santa Ana, CA — common questions

How much does a Receptionist make in Santa Ana, CA?
The median Receptionist salary in Santa Ana, CA is $20.81/hour ($43,280/year) ($5,270 (14%) above the national median), with a typical range of $39,410–$47,340 (BLS OEWS May 2025). Santa Ana is part of the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro area; BLS publishes wage data at the metro level.
Is Santa Ana a strong pay market for Receptionists?
At a $43,280 median, Santa Ana is $5,270 (14%) above the national median. The U.S. median is $38,010. Jobeezy shows you which local employers actually pay at the top of that band before you apply.
How can I earn more as a Receptionist in Santa Ana?
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