How much does an orderly make in California?
$49,920a year
Median yearly pay for orderlys in California. That is $24.00 an hour or $4,160 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.00
- Vs. national median
- +30%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 4,870
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,630Median: $49,920Highest 10%: $74,010
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,630 | $19.05 | |
| 25th | $46,920 | $22.56 | |
| Median | $49,920 | $24.00 | |
| 75th | $63,010 | $30.29 | |
| 90th | $74,010 | $35.58 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| San Francisco, CA | $69,870 |
| San Jose, CA | $65,790 |
| Santa Rosa, CA | $63,780 |
| Sacramento, CA | $62,380 |
| Bakersfield, CA | $50,110 |
| Santa Maria, CA | $50,040 |
| Modesto, CA | $49,890 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $49,760 |
| San Diego, CA | $49,410 |
| Riverside, CA | $47,440 |
| Fresno, CA | $37,410 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for orderlys.
| 1. California | $49,920 |
| 2. Washington | $48,690 |
| 3. Vermont | $48,120 |
| 4. Hawaii | $47,130 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an orderly make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $24.00 ($49,920 a year).
Do orderlys make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $49,920 against $38,290 nationally, 30% more.
Where does California rank for orderly pay?
California ranks 1 of 47 states.
Which city in California pays orderlys the most?
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA, with a median of $69,870 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.