How much does an electrical make in California?
$48,080a year
Median yearly pay for electricals in California. That is $23.12 an hour or $4,007 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.12
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 37,660
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,580Median: $48,080Highest 10%: $74,990
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,580 | $18.07 | |
| 25th | $40,920 | $19.67 | |
| Median | $48,080 | $23.12 | |
| 75th | $60,480 | $29.08 | |
| 90th | $74,990 | $36.05 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Santa Maria, CA | $62,200 |
| San Francisco, CA | $56,400 |
| San Jose, CA | $55,230 |
| Stockton, CA | $51,120 |
| Bakersfield, CA | $50,740 |
| Visalia, CA | $50,090 |
| Santa Rosa, CA | $49,540 |
| San Luis Obispo, CA | $49,450 |
| Santa Cruz, CA | $49,280 |
| San Diego, CA | $47,850 |
| Oxnard, CA | $47,070 |
| Redding, CA | $46,670 |
| Sacramento, CA | $46,180 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $45,670 |
| Vallejo, CA | $44,220 |
| Fresno, CA | $42,070 |
| Riverside, CA | $40,740 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for electricals.
| 1. Washington | $52,480 |
| 2. New Hampshire | $49,020 |
| 3. Vermont | $48,830 |
| 4. California | $48,080 |
| 5. Delaware | $47,880 |
| 6. Montana | $47,730 |
| 7. Maryland | $47,720 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an electrical make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $23.12 ($48,080 a year).
Do electricals make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $48,080 against $45,850 nationally, 5% more.
Where does California rank for electrical pay?
California ranks 4 of 48 states.
Which city in California pays electricals the most?
Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA, with a median of $62,200 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.