Camera and Photographic Equipment Repairers Salary in California (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Camera and Photographic Equipment Repairers in California, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
California Median
$59,770
per year
Hourly Rate
$28.74
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+13% vs US median
US median $52,720
State Rank
#4 of 13
state estimate

How much do Camera and Photographic Equipment Repairers make in California?

Camera and Photographic Equipment Repairers working in California earn a median salary of $59,770 per year, or about $28.74 per hour. That is 13% above the national median of $52,720 for this occupation.

Within California, entry-level pay starts around $34,320 while the top 10% make $88,560 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $41,630 and $72,060 a year.

Camera and Photographic Equipment Repairers salary range in California

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$34,320$16.50
25th percentile (early career)$41,630$20.01
50th percentile (median)$59,770$28.74
75th percentile (experienced)$72,060$34.64
90th percentile (top earners)$88,560$42.58

How California compares

California ranks 4th out of 13 states and territories for Camera and Photographic Equipment Repairers pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Ohio$85,070
2Virginia$65,170
3New Jersey$60,290
4California$59,770
5Arizona$59,080

Working as Camera and Photographic Equipment Repairers in California

Nationally, about 2,000 people work as Camera and Photographic Equipment Repairers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare California pay ($59,770) 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 do Camera and Photographic Equipment Repairers make in California?
The median Camera and Photographic Equipment Repairers salary in California is $59,770 per year, or about $28.74 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $34,320 at the entry level to $88,560 for the top 10% of earners.
How does California pay compare to the national average?
California pays Camera and Photographic Equipment Repairers about 13% more than the national median of $52,720. California ranks 4th out of 13 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is California a good state for Camera and Photographic Equipment Repairers?
Yes on pay — California pays above the national median for this occupation, at $59,770 a year. 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.