How much does an explosives worker make in California?
$80,370a year
Median yearly pay for explosives workers in California. That is $38.64 an hour or $6,698 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.64
- Vs. national median
- +31%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 32
- Jobs in the state
- 220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,320Median: $80,370Highest 10%: $125,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,320 | $16.50 | |
| 25th | $34,320 | $16.50 | |
| Median | $80,370 | $38.64 | |
| 75th | $102,200 | $49.12 | |
| 90th | $125,900 | $60.54 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bakersfield, CA | $92,290 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for explosives workers.
| 3. North Carolina | $85,630 |
| 4. Wyoming | $85,070 |
| 5. Pennsylvania | $84,400 |
| 6. California | $80,370 |
| 7. New Mexico | $78,960 |
| 8. Tennessee | $74,190 |
| 9. Florida | $69,780 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an explosives worker make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $38.64 ($80,370 a year).
Do explosives workers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $80,370 against $61,390 nationally, 31% more.
Where does California rank for explosives worker pay?
California ranks 6 of 32 states.
Which city in California pays explosives workers the most?
Bakersfield-Delano, CA, with a median of $92,290 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.