How much does a gas plant operator make in California?
$130,200a year
Median yearly pay for gas plant operators in California. That is $62.61 an hour or $10,850 a month.
- Hourly
- $62.61
- Vs. national median
- +48%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 800
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $92,610Median: $130,200Highest 10%: $140,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $92,610 | $44.52 | |
| 25th | $104,100 | $50.05 | |
| Median | $130,200 | $62.61 | |
| 75th | $134,800 | $64.81 | |
| 90th | $140,400 | $67.50 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Los Angeles, CA | $125,600 |
| Riverside, CA | $124,500 |
| San Diego, CA | $98,900 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for gas plant operators.
| 1. California | $130,200 |
| 2. New Jersey | $110,900 |
| 3. Oregon | $109,800 |
| 4. Connecticut | $109,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a gas plant operator make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $62.61 ($130,200 a year).
Do gas plant operators make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $130,200 against $87,820 nationally, 48% more.
Where does California rank for gas plant operator pay?
California ranks 1 of 43 states.
Which city in California pays gas plant operators the most?
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA, with a median of $125,600 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.