How much does a musical instrument repairer and tuner make in California?
$47,580a year
Median yearly pay for musical instrument repairer and tuners in California. That is $22.88 an hour or $3,965 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.88
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 34
- Jobs in the state
- 520
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,120Median: $47,580Highest 10%: $65,520
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,120 | $18.81 | |
| 25th | $44,360 | $21.33 | |
| Median | $47,580 | $22.88 | |
| 75th | $57,400 | $27.60 | |
| 90th | $65,520 | $31.50 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Los Angeles, CA | $47,580 |
| San Diego, CA | $45,600 |
| Sacramento, CA | $45,240 |
| Riverside, CA | $43,380 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for musical instrument repairer and tuners.
| 9. Illinois | $49,250 |
| 10. Maine | $48,530 |
| 11. Texas | $48,250 |
| 12. California | $47,580 |
| 13. Pennsylvania | $47,520 |
| 14. Missouri | $47,220 |
| 15. Massachusetts | $46,820 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a musical instrument repairer and tuner make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $22.88 ($47,580 a year).
Do musical instrument repairer and tuners make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $47,580 against $46,420 nationally, 2% more.
Where does California rank for musical instrument repairer and tuner pay?
California ranks 12 of 34 states.
Which city in California pays musical instrument repairer and tuners the most?
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA, with a median of $47,580 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.