California Median
$92,480
per year
Hourly Rate
$44.46
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+12% vs US median
US median $82,280
State Rank
#7 of 42
1,220 employed here
How much does an Avionics Technician make in California?
Avionics Technicians in California take home a median of $92,480 annually — roughly $44.46 an hour — which runs 12% above the national median of $82,280.
Within California, entry-level pay starts around $58,670 while the top 10% make $126,600 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $77,660 and $106,950 a year.
Avionics Technician salary range in California
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $58,670 | $28.21 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $77,660 | $37.34 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $92,480 | $44.46 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $106,950 | $51.42 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $126,600 | $60.87 |
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How California compares
California ranks 7th out of 42 states and territories for Avionics Technician pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Avionics Technician salary in other states
Pennsylvania $117,470New Jersey $100,250Maryland $97,490Alabama $95,920Alaska $94,810New Mexico $94,020Washington $91,380Massachusetts $89,340New Hampshire $86,830Hawaii $86,260Virginia $85,660Wyoming $84,360Oregon $83,830Florida $83,800South Dakota $83,220New York $83,150Texas $81,950South Carolina $81,720Illinois $81,170Idaho $80,620Louisiana $80,250Nevada $80,040Arizona $79,770Georgia $79,060Colorado $79,000North Carolina $78,710Indiana $76,770Missouri $71,520Oklahoma $70,640Mississippi $65,830Utah $65,270Wisconsin $65,230Tennessee $60,820Ohio $60,080North Dakota $59,900Kansas $59,810Michigan $58,280Montana $57,420Minnesota $55,660Arkansas $54,160Kentucky $42,440
Working as an Avionics Technician in California
Nationally, about 19,000 people work as Avionics Technicians in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare California pay ($92,480) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an Avionics Technician make in California?
The median Avionics Technician salary in California is $92,480 per year, or about $44.46 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $58,670 at the entry level to $126,600 for the top 10% of earners.
How does California pay compare to the national average?
California pays Avionics Technicians about 12% more than the national median of $82,280. California ranks 7th out of 42 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is California a good state for Avionics Technicians?
Yes on pay — California pays above the national median for this occupation, at $92,480 a year. About 1,220 Avionics Technicians are employed in California. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in California?
The highest-paying occupations in California include Ophthalmologist, Except Pediatric ($400,150), Neurologist ($357,080), Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers ($353,900), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.