How much does a woodworker make in California?
$47,860a year
Median yearly pay for woodworkers in California. That is $23.01 an hour or $3,988 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.01
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 26
- Jobs in the state
- 540
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,580Median: $47,860Highest 10%: $69,620
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,580 | $19.03 | |
| 25th | $44,710 | $21.50 | |
| Median | $47,860 | $23.01 | |
| 75th | $59,780 | $28.74 | |
| 90th | $69,620 | $33.47 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Sacramento, CA | $46,390 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $46,360 |
| Riverside, CA | $46,260 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for woodworkers.
| 7. Alabama | $54,970 |
| 8. Hawaii | $49,630 |
| 9. Louisiana | $48,020 |
| 10. California | $47,860 |
| 11. Oregon | $45,590 |
| 12. Michigan | $44,450 |
| 13. Vermont | $44,070 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a woodworker make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $23.01 ($47,860 a year).
Do woodworkers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $47,860 against $44,530 nationally, 7% more.
Where does California rank for woodworker pay?
California ranks 10 of 26 states.
Which city in California pays woodworkers the most?
Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA, with a median of $46,390 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.