How much does a communications equipment operator make in California?
$79,450a year
Median yearly pay for communications equipment operators in California. That is $38.20 an hour or $6,621 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.20
- Vs. national median
- +45%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 9
- Jobs in the state
- 450
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,330Median: $79,450Highest 10%: $103,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,330 | $22.27 | |
| 25th | $52,730 | $25.35 | |
| Median | $79,450 | $38.20 | |
| 75th | $94,570 | $45.47 | |
| 90th | $103,600 | $49.79 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Los Angeles, CA | $60,630 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for communications equipment operators.
| 1. Missouri | $87,030 |
| 2. California | $79,450 |
| 3. Texas | $58,410 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $54,500 |
| 5. Minnesota | $54,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a communications equipment operator make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $38.20 ($79,450 a year).
Do communications equipment operators make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $79,450 against $54,680 nationally, 45% more.
Where does California rank for communications equipment operator pay?
California ranks 2 of 9 states.
Which city in California pays communications equipment operators the most?
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA, with a median of $60,630 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.