California Median
$55,470
per year
Hourly Rate
$26.67
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+26% vs US median
US median $44,160
State Rank
#3 of 26
1,200 employed here
How much do Helpers--Roofers make in California?
Helpers--Roofers working in California earn a median salary of $55,470 per year, or about $26.67 per hour. That is 26% above the national median of $44,160 for this occupation.
Within California, entry-level pay starts around $39,280 while the top 10% make $76,360 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $46,430 and $75,880 a year.
Helpers--Roofers salary range in California
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $39,280 | $18.88 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $46,430 | $22.32 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $55,470 | $26.67 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $75,880 | $36.48 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $76,360 | $36.71 |
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How California compares
California ranks 3rd out of 26 states and territories for Helpers--Roofers pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Helpers--Roofers salary in other states
Utah $72,860Colorado $55,860Georgia $47,610Ohio $46,600Virginia $46,030Washington $44,520Oregon $44,330North Carolina $44,120Louisiana $43,680New Jersey $42,670Iowa $42,650Michigan $41,750Pennsylvania $41,320Oklahoma $38,950Texas $38,430Tennessee $38,380Florida $38,350South Carolina $37,860Alabama $37,670New Mexico $37,640Nevada $37,430Arkansas $35,950Missouri $35,800Maryland $34,830Mississippi $31,090
Working as Helpers--Roofers in California
Nationally, about 6,000 people work as Helpers--Roofers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare California pay ($55,470) 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 Helpers--Roofers make in California?
The median Helpers--Roofers salary in California is $55,470 per year, or about $26.67 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $39,280 at the entry level to $76,360 for the top 10% of earners.
How does California pay compare to the national average?
California pays Helpers--Roofers about 26% more than the national median of $44,160. California ranks 3rd out of 26 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is California a good state for Helpers--Roofers?
Yes on pay — California pays above the national median for this occupation, at $55,470 a year. About 1,200 Helpers--Roofers 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.