How much does a fence erector make in California?
$56,060a year
Median yearly pay for fence erectors in California. That is $26.95 an hour or $4,672 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.95
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 3,150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,260Median: $56,060Highest 10%: $78,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,260 | $19.36 | |
| 25th | $46,740 | $22.47 | |
| Median | $56,060 | $26.95 | |
| 75th | $69,690 | $33.50 | |
| 90th | $78,900 | $37.93 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Modesto, CA | $59,600 |
| Stockton, CA | $58,750 |
| San Francisco, CA | $58,640 |
| San Jose, CA | $58,250 |
| Oxnard, CA | $56,310 |
| Riverside, CA | $55,060 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $50,290 |
| Sacramento, CA | $48,820 |
| San Luis Obispo, CA | $48,230 |
| Chico, CA | $44,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for fence erectors.
| 2. Pennsylvania | $58,600 |
| 3. Minnesota | $57,260 |
| 4. New Jersey | $56,690 |
| 5. California | $56,060 |
| 6. Montana | $55,720 |
| 7. Connecticut | $53,180 |
| 8. Iowa | $52,510 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fence erector make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $26.95 ($56,060 a year).
Do fence erectors make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $56,060 against $47,980 nationally, 17% more.
Where does California rank for fence erector pay?
California ranks 5 of 45 states.
Which city in California pays fence erectors the most?
Modesto, CA, with a median of $59,600 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.