How much does an atmospheric make in California?
$133,200a year
Median yearly pay for atmospherics in California. That is $64.05 an hour or $11,100 a month.
- Hourly
- $64.05
- Vs. national median
- +29%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 1,410
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $73,170Median: $133,200Highest 10%: $260,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $73,170 | $35.18 | |
| 25th | $99,270 | $47.73 | |
| Median | $133,200 | $64.05 | |
| 75th | $202,500 | $97.34 | |
| 90th | $260,900 | $125.43 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Los Angeles, CA | $175,100 |
| Riverside, CA | $163,100 |
| San Francisco, CA | $134,700 |
| Sacramento, CA | $127,500 |
| San Diego, CA | $105,100 |
| Santa Maria, CA | $100,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for atmospherics.
| 1. California | $133,200 |
| 2. New Jersey | $131,900 |
| 3. New Hampshire | $130,200 |
| 4. Oregon | $128,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an atmospheric make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $64.05 ($133,200 a year).
Do atmospherics make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $133,200 against $103,200 nationally, 29% more.
Where does California rank for atmospheric pay?
California ranks 1 of 40 states.
Which city in California pays atmospherics the most?
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA, with a median of $175,100 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.