California Median
$59,490
per year
Hourly Rate
$28.60
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+2% vs US median
US median $58,470
State Rank
#8 of 51
10,090 employed here
How much do Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine Operators make in California?
Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine Operators in California take home a median of $59,490 annually — roughly $28.60 an hour — which runs 2% above the national median of $58,470.
Within California, entry-level pay starts around $47,440 while the top 10% make $75,280 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $50,770 and $75,030 a year.
Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine Operators salary range in California
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $47,440 | $22.81 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $50,770 | $24.41 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $59,490 | $28.60 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $75,030 | $36.07 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $75,280 | $36.19 |
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How California compares
California ranks 8th out of 51 states and territories for Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine Operators pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine Operators salary in other states
District of Columbia $66,750South Dakota $61,570Iowa $60,530New Jersey $60,530Wyoming $60,530North Dakota $59,840Minnesota $59,740Hawaii $59,490Maine $59,490Michigan $59,490Nebraska $59,490Rhode Island $59,490Vermont $59,490Washington $59,490Arkansas $58,470Colorado $58,470Connecticut $58,470Delaware $58,470Louisiana $58,470Maryland $58,470Massachusetts $58,470Nevada $58,470New Mexico $58,470New York $58,470Ohio $58,470Oklahoma $58,470West Virginia $58,470Wisconsin $58,470South Carolina $58,390Illinois $58,300New Hampshire $58,300Virginia $58,300Oregon $57,890Mississippi $57,800Alabama $57,430Florida $57,430Idaho $57,430Kentucky $57,430Missouri $57,430Montana $57,430Pennsylvania $57,430Utah $57,430Tennessee $56,390Texas $56,390Alaska $55,350Arizona $55,350North Carolina $55,350Kansas $54,540Georgia $53,290Indiana $48,880
Working as Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine Operators in California
Nationally, about 105,000 people work as Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine Operators in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare California pay ($59,490) 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 Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine Operators make in California?
The median Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine Operators salary in California is $59,490 per year, or about $28.60 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $47,440 at the entry level to $75,280 for the top 10% of earners.
How does California pay compare to the national average?
California pays Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine Operators about 2% more than the national median of $58,470. California ranks 8th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is California a good state for Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine Operators?
Yes on pay — California pays above the national median for this occupation, at $59,490 a year. About 10,090 Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine Operators 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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