CA · BLS OEWS 2024 · SOC 53-7051

Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Salary in California

Median Annual Salary $48,720 +5% above national average (national: $46,390)
$50,680Mean Annual
$23Median Hourly
103,090Employed in State

Salary Range — 10th to 90th Percentile

$48,720
$38,460
10th pct.
$61,410
90th pct.

Full Percentile Breakdown

PercentileAnnual WageHourly Wage
10th percentile (entry-level)$38,460$18.49
25th percentile$43,590$20.96
50th percentile (median)$48,720$23.42
75th percentile$58,280$28.02
90th percentile (top earners)$61,410$29.52
Mean (average)$50,680$24.36

How California Compares

StateMedian Annualvs. California
California (current) $48,720
District of Columbia $81,470 +67%
New Mexico $60,960 +25%
Delaware $60,030 +23%
Hawaii $58,070 +19%
Wyoming $56,170 +15%
Alaska $50,630 +4%
New Hampshire $50,490 +4%
Oregon $50,050 +3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salary in California?

The mean industrial truck and tractor operators salary in California is $50,680 per year. The median (middle) salary is $48,720 per year. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.

What is the starting salary for a Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in California?

Entry-level industrial truck and tractor operatorss (10th percentile) in California typically earn around $38,460 per year. Workers at the 25th percentile earn approximately $43,590 per year.

What is the highest Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salary in California?

Top earners (90th percentile) in this occupation in California make approximately $61,410 per year. Those in the 75th percentile earn around $58,280 per year.

How does the California Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salary compare to the national average?

The median industrial truck and tractor operators salary in California is $48,720, which is +5% above national average of $46,390.

Data Source: This data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, May 2024 release. All wages are estimates. Actual salaries may vary based on experience, education, employer, and other factors. bls.gov/oes