How much does a calibration technologist and technician make in California?
$79,010a year
Median yearly pay for calibration technologist and technicians in California. That is $37.99 an hour or $6,584 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.99
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 1,250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,670Median: $79,010Highest 10%: $117,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,670 | $25.32 | |
| 25th | $61,890 | $29.75 | |
| Median | $79,010 | $37.99 | |
| 75th | $100,200 | $48.19 | |
| 90th | $117,000 | $56.27 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| San Jose, CA | $101,800 |
| San Francisco, CA | $99,660 |
| Oxnard, CA | $95,180 |
| San Diego, CA | $86,280 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $71,640 |
| Sacramento, CA | $67,310 |
| Riverside, CA | $66,230 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for calibration technologist and technicians.
| 1. Washington | $93,880 |
| 2. Oklahoma | $80,920 |
| 3. Louisiana | $80,670 |
| 4. California | $79,010 |
| 5. Vermont | $77,950 |
| 6. New Jersey | $77,040 |
| 7. Massachusetts | $75,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a calibration technologist and technician make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $37.99 ($79,010 a year).
Do calibration technologist and technicians make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $79,010 against $67,820 nationally, 16% more.
Where does California rank for calibration technologist and technician pay?
California ranks 4 of 36 states.
Which city in California pays calibration technologist and technicians the most?
San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA, with a median of $101,800 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.