How much does a shoe machine operator and tender make in California?
$47,730a year
Median yearly pay for shoe machine operator and tenders in California. That is $22.95 an hour or $3,978 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.95
- Vs. national median
- +34%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 6
- Jobs in the state
- 30
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,060Median: $47,730Highest 10%: $70,620
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,060 | $21.18 | |
| 25th | $47,110 | $22.65 | |
| Median | $47,730 | $22.95 | |
| 75th | $59,110 | $28.42 | |
| 90th | $70,620 | $33.95 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Los Angeles, CA | $47,730 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for shoe machine operator and tenders.
| 1. New York | $48,420 |
| 2. California | $47,730 |
| 3. Maine | $39,850 |
| 4. Wisconsin | $37,970 |
| 5. Minnesota | $37,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a shoe machine operator and tender make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $22.95 ($47,730 a year).
Do shoe machine operator and tenders make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $47,730 against $35,650 nationally, 34% more.
Where does California rank for shoe machine operator and tender pay?
California ranks 2 of 6 states.
Which city in California pays shoe machine operator and tenders the most?
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA, with a median of $47,730 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.