Gambling Cage Worker Salary in California (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Gambling Cage Workers in California, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
California Median
$37,650
per year
Hourly Rate
$18.10
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+0% vs US median
US median $37,580
State Rank
#12 of 31
2,020 employed here

How much does a Gambling Cage Worker make in California?

Gambling Cage Workers in California take home a median of $37,650 annually — roughly $18.10 an hour — which runs 0% above the national median of $37,580.

Within California, entry-level pay starts around $35,420 while the top 10% make $47,120 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $36,410 and $43,420 a year.

Gambling Cage Worker salary range in California

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$35,420$17.03
25th percentile (early career)$36,410$17.50
50th percentile (median)$37,650$18.10
75th percentile (experienced)$43,420$20.88
90th percentile (top earners)$47,120$22.65

How California compares

California ranks 12th out of 31 states and territories for Gambling Cage Worker pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1New York$48,340
2Maryland$47,930
3Florida$42,900
4Washington$41,720
5New Jersey$41,430

Working as a Gambling Cage Worker in California

Nationally, about 14,000 people work as Gambling Cage Workers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare California pay ($37,650) 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 a Gambling Cage Worker make in California?
The median Gambling Cage Worker salary in California is $37,650 per year, or about $18.10 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $35,420 at the entry level to $47,120 for the top 10% of earners.
How does California pay compare to the national average?
California pays Gambling Cage Workers about 0% more than the national median of $37,580. California ranks 12th out of 31 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is California a good state for Gambling Cage Workers?
Yes on pay — California pays above the national median for this occupation, at $37,650 a year. About 2,020 Gambling Cage Workers 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.