How much does an avionics technician make in California?
$92,480a year
Median yearly pay for avionics technicians in California. That is $44.46 an hour or $7,707 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.46
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 1,220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,670Median: $92,480Highest 10%: $126,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,670 | $28.21 | |
| 25th | $77,660 | $37.34 | |
| Median | $92,480 | $44.46 | |
| 75th | $107,000 | $51.42 | |
| 90th | $126,600 | $60.87 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| San Francisco, CA | $129,300 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $98,020 |
| Bakersfield, CA | $97,620 |
| San Jose, CA | $94,400 |
| San Diego, CA | $92,480 |
| Riverside, CA | $82,540 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for avionics technicians.
| 4. Alabama | $95,920 |
| 5. Alaska | $94,810 |
| 6. New Mexico | $94,020 |
| 7. California | $92,480 |
| 8. Washington | $91,380 |
| 9. Massachusetts | $89,340 |
| 10. New Hampshire | $86,830 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an avionics technician make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $44.46 ($92,480 a year).
Do avionics technicians make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $92,480 against $82,280 nationally, 12% more.
Where does California rank for avionics technician pay?
California ranks 7 of 42 states.
Which city in California pays avionics technicians the most?
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA, with a median of $129,300 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.