How much does a fish and game warden make in California?
$100,100a year
Median yearly pay for fish and game wardens in California. That is $48.12 an hour or $8,341 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.12
- Vs. national median
- +35%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 330
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $69,710Median: $100,100Highest 10%: $116,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $69,710 | $33.51 | |
| 25th | $74,790 | $35.96 | |
| Median | $100,100 | $48.12 | |
| 75th | $110,800 | $53.26 | |
| 90th | $116,300 | $55.93 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Sacramento, CA | $105,800 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $87,140 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for fish and game wardens.
| 1. California | $100,100 |
| 2. Iowa | $98,260 |
| 3. Indiana | $93,990 |
| 4. Nevada | $91,750 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fish and game warden make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $48.12 ($100,100 a year).
Do fish and game wardens make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $100,100 against $74,060 nationally, 35% more.
Where does California rank for fish and game warden pay?
California ranks 1 of 35 states.
Which city in California pays fish and game wardens the most?
Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA, with a median of $105,800 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.