California Median
$50,790
per year
Hourly Rate
$24.42
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+6% vs US median
US median $47,880
State Rank
#17 of 49
2,470 employed here
How much do Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics make in California?
Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics in California take home a median of $50,790 annually — roughly $24.42 an hour — which runs 6% above the national median of $47,880.
Within California, entry-level pay starts around $36,950 while the top 10% make $76,030 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $43,580 and $61,350 a year.
Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics salary range in California
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $36,950 | $17.76 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $43,580 | $20.95 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $50,790 | $24.42 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $61,350 | $29.50 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $76,030 | $36.55 |
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How California compares
California ranks 17th out of 49 states and territories for Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics salary in other states
Alaska $60,190Hawaii $58,110Massachusetts $57,830New Hampshire $57,610Nevada $56,750Connecticut $56,680Minnesota $55,990Idaho $55,320Missouri $55,120Delaware $54,230Washington $53,990Colorado $52,620Rhode Island $52,160New Jersey $52,000Vermont $51,250Utah $50,840New York $50,640North Dakota $50,540Oregon $50,020Nebraska $49,710Wisconsin $48,140Maine $47,960Montana $47,880Florida $47,840South Carolina $47,510Virginia $47,480North Carolina $47,370Georgia $47,360Indiana $47,260Michigan $46,730Arizona $46,580Kansas $46,540Pennsylvania $46,270Illinois $46,190Ohio $46,110Tennessee $46,060Iowa $45,830Texas $45,720Maryland $45,630Louisiana $43,200Alabama $43,110Kentucky $43,110Oklahoma $42,630New Mexico $42,520South Dakota $41,580West Virginia $39,210Mississippi $37,900Arkansas $37,610
Working as Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics in California
Nationally, about 36,000 people work as Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare California pay ($50,790) 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 Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics make in California?
The median Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics salary in California is $50,790 per year, or about $24.42 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $36,950 at the entry level to $76,030 for the top 10% of earners.
How does California pay compare to the national average?
California pays Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics about 6% more than the national median of $47,880. California ranks 17th out of 49 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is California a good state for Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics?
Yes on pay — California pays above the national median for this occupation, at $50,790 a year. About 2,470 Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics 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.