How much does an etcher and engraver make in California?
$46,480a year
Median yearly pay for etcher and engravers in California. That is $22.35 an hour or $3,873 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.35
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 1,040
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,890Median: $46,480Highest 10%: $74,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,890 | $18.70 | |
| 25th | $41,260 | $19.84 | |
| Median | $46,480 | $22.35 | |
| 75th | $59,140 | $28.43 | |
| 90th | $74,510 | $35.82 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| San Jose, CA | $56,470 |
| Sacramento, CA | $50,810 |
| San Francisco, CA | $48,190 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $45,520 |
| San Diego, CA | $42,310 |
| Oxnard, CA | $41,710 |
| Riverside, CA | $41,530 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for etcher and engravers.
| 11. Pennsylvania | $47,790 |
| 12. Maine | $47,520 |
| 13. Arkansas | $46,780 |
| 14. California | $46,480 |
| 15. Minnesota | $46,280 |
| 16. Connecticut | $45,050 |
| 17. Indiana | $44,360 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an etcher and engraver make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $22.35 ($46,480 a year).
Do etcher and engravers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $46,480 against $43,310 nationally, 7% more.
Where does California rank for etcher and engraver pay?
California ranks 14 of 37 states.
Which city in California pays etcher and engravers the most?
San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA, with a median of $56,470 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.