How much does a conveyor operator and tender make in California?
$43,150a year
Median yearly pay for conveyor operator and tenders in California. That is $20.75 an hour or $3,596 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.75
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 2,460
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,890Median: $43,150Highest 10%: $51,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,890 | $19.18 | |
| 25th | $42,420 | $20.39 | |
| Median | $43,150 | $20.75 | |
| 75th | $46,600 | $22.40 | |
| 90th | $51,400 | $24.71 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Merced, CA | $62,970 |
| San Francisco, CA | $50,810 |
| Stockton, CA | $47,290 |
| Modesto, CA | $43,230 |
| Riverside, CA | $42,990 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $42,420 |
| Salinas, CA | $40,280 |
| Fresno, CA | $37,810 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for conveyor operator and tenders.
| 16. Washington | $43,480 |
| 17. Oregon | $43,410 |
| 18. Nebraska | $43,360 |
| 19. California | $43,150 |
| 20. Massachusetts | $43,150 |
| 21. Minnesota | $43,000 |
| 22. Hawaii | $42,880 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a conveyor operator and tender make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $20.75 ($43,150 a year).
Do conveyor operator and tenders make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $43,150 against $42,420 nationally, 2% more.
Where does California rank for conveyor operator and tender pay?
California ranks 19 of 44 states.
Which city in California pays conveyor operator and tenders the most?
Merced, CA, with a median of $62,970 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.