How much does a geological technician make in California?
$69,410a year
Median yearly pay for geological technicians in California. That is $33.37 an hour or $5,784 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.37
- Vs. national median
- +30%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 480
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,300Median: $69,410Highest 10%: $164,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,300 | $21.78 | |
| 25th | $53,610 | $25.77 | |
| Median | $69,410 | $33.37 | |
| 75th | $83,470 | $40.13 | |
| 90th | $164,700 | $79.17 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| San Diego, CA | $82,350 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $72,660 |
| San Francisco, CA | $69,410 |
| Sacramento, CA | $59,600 |
| Riverside, CA | $53,110 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for geological technicians.
| 2. Indiana | $79,290 |
| 3. Alaska | $76,090 |
| 4. Nevada | $73,700 |
| 5. California | $69,410 |
| 6. West Virginia | $69,350 |
| 7. Washington | $63,910 |
| 8. Nebraska | $63,160 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geological technician make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $33.37 ($69,410 a year).
Do geological technicians make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $69,410 against $53,350 nationally, 30% more.
Where does California rank for geological technician pay?
California ranks 5 of 35 states.
Which city in California pays geological technicians the most?
San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA, with a median of $82,350 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.