How much does an ambulance driver and attendant make in California?
$36,150a year
Median yearly pay for ambulance driver and attendants in California. That is $17.38 an hour or $3,013 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.38
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 1,420
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,320Median: $36,150Highest 10%: $45,810
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,320 | $16.50 | |
| 25th | $34,990 | $16.82 | |
| Median | $36,150 | $17.38 | |
| 75th | $39,370 | $18.93 | |
| 90th | $45,810 | $22.02 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Los Angeles, CA | $37,510 |
| San Diego, CA | $36,030 |
| Fresno, CA | $34,320 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for ambulance driver and attendants.
| 10. Illinois | $36,730 |
| 11. Nevada | $36,440 |
| 12. New Jersey | $36,170 |
| 13. California | $36,150 |
| 14. Iowa | $36,090 |
| 15. Montana | $36,050 |
| 16. Georgia | $35,950 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ambulance driver and attendant make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $17.38 ($36,150 a year).
Do ambulance driver and attendants make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $36,150 against $35,450 nationally, 2% more.
Where does California rank for ambulance driver and attendant pay?
California ranks 13 of 41 states.
Which city in California pays ambulance driver and attendants the most?
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA, with a median of $37,510 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.