How much does a lighting technician make in California?
$94,070a year
Median yearly pay for lighting technicians in California. That is $45.23 an hour or $7,839 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.23
- Vs. national median
- +38%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 27
- Jobs in the state
- 2,950
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,910Median: $94,070Highest 10%: $159,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,910 | $24.48 | |
| 25th | $61,040 | $29.35 | |
| Median | $94,070 | $45.23 | |
| 75th | $109,600 | $52.67 | |
| 90th | $159,600 | $76.74 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Los Angeles, CA | $105,000 |
| San Francisco, CA | $74,000 |
| San Jose, CA | $70,970 |
| San Diego, CA | $61,040 |
| Sacramento, CA | $60,950 |
| Riverside, CA | $58,510 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lighting technicians.
| 1. Washington | $126,100 |
| 2. California | $94,070 |
| 3. New Jersey | $87,550 |
| 4. New York | $78,000 |
| 5. Connecticut | $72,450 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lighting technician make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $45.23 ($94,070 a year).
Do lighting technicians make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $94,070 against $68,060 nationally, 38% more.
Where does California rank for lighting technician pay?
California ranks 2 of 27 states.
Which city in California pays lighting technicians the most?
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA, with a median of $105,000 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.