How much does a bridge and lock tender make in California?
$72,390a year
Median yearly pay for bridge and lock tenders in California. That is $34.80 an hour or $6,033 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.80
- Vs. national median
- +25%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 23
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,440Median: $72,390Highest 10%: $86,960
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,440 | $23.29 | |
| 25th | $52,800 | $25.38 | |
| Median | $72,390 | $34.80 | |
| 75th | $79,150 | $38.05 | |
| 90th | $86,960 | $41.81 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for bridge and lock tenders.
| 2. Mississippi | $74,730 |
| 3. Minnesota | $74,420 |
| 4. Missouri | $74,110 |
| 5. California | $72,390 |
| 6. Illinois | $70,890 |
| 7. Iowa | $70,890 |
| 8. Pennsylvania | $68,810 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bridge and lock tender make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $34.80 ($72,390 a year).
Do bridge and lock tenders make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $72,390 against $57,700 nationally, 25% more.
Where does California rank for bridge and lock tender pay?
California ranks 5 of 23 states.
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.