How much does a wellhead pumper make in California?
$64,430a year
Median yearly pay for wellhead pumpers in California. That is $30.98 an hour or $5,369 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.98
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 19
- Jobs in the state
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,180Median: $64,430Highest 10%: $76,330
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,180 | $24.13 | |
| 25th | $56,500 | $27.16 | |
| Median | $64,430 | $30.98 | |
| 75th | $72,310 | $34.76 | |
| 90th | $76,330 | $36.70 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bakersfield, CA | $61,340 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for wellhead pumpers.
| 4. Texas | $75,860 |
| 5. Colorado | $72,700 |
| 6. Arkansas | $64,650 |
| 7. California | $64,430 |
| 8. Mississippi | $62,560 |
| 9. Kansas | $62,400 |
| 10. Oklahoma | $61,380 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a wellhead pumper make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $30.98 ($64,430 a year).
Do wellhead pumpers make more in California than the national average?
No: $64,430 against $69,960 nationally, 8% less.
Where does California rank for wellhead pumper pay?
California ranks 7 of 19 states.
Which city in California pays wellhead pumpers the most?
Bakersfield-Delano, CA, with a median of $61,340 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.