How much does a tank car make in California?
$68,600a year
Median yearly pay for tank cars in California. That is $32.98 an hour or $5,717 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.98
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,570Median: $68,600Highest 10%: $110,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,570 | $20.95 | |
| 25th | $60,330 | $29.00 | |
| Median | $68,600 | $32.98 | |
| 75th | $92,390 | $44.42 | |
| 90th | $110,100 | $52.93 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for tank cars.
| 6. Oregon | $74,040 |
| 7. Massachusetts | $71,750 |
| 8. New Hampshire | $70,030 |
| 9. California | $68,600 |
| 10. New Jersey | $64,890 |
| 11. North Dakota | $61,210 |
| 12. Texas | $61,170 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a tank car make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $32.98 ($68,600 a year).
Do tank cars make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $68,600 against $58,870 nationally, 17% more.
Where does California rank for tank car pay?
California ranks 9 of 35 states.
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.