How much does a faller make in California?
$59,590a year
Median yearly pay for fallers in California. That is $28.65 an hour or $4,966 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.65
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 18
- Jobs in the state
- 260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,180Median: $59,590Highest 10%: $76,770
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,180 | $23.64 | |
| 25th | $57,110 | $27.46 | |
| Median | $59,590 | $28.65 | |
| 75th | $72,480 | $34.85 | |
| 90th | $76,770 | $36.91 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for fallers.
| 4. South Carolina | $76,350 |
| 5. Arkansas | $67,060 |
| 6. Louisiana | $62,040 |
| 7. California | $59,590 |
| 8. Maryland | $58,300 |
| 9. Mississippi | $54,110 |
| 10. Michigan | $51,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a faller make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $28.65 ($59,590 a year).
Do fallers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $59,590 against $52,100 nationally, 14% more.
Where does California rank for faller pay?
California ranks 7 of 18 states.
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.