California Median
$57,490
per year
Hourly Rate
$27.64
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+12% vs US median
US median $51,120
State Rank
#3 of 26
300 employed here
How much do Proofreaders and Copy Markers make in California?
Proofreaders and Copy Markers in California take home a median of $57,490 annually — roughly $27.64 an hour — which runs 12% above the national median of $51,120.
Within California, entry-level pay starts around $34,320 while the top 10% make $81,500 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $45,400 and $73,880 a year.
Proofreaders and Copy Markers salary range in California
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $34,320 | $16.50 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $45,400 | $21.83 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $57,490 | $27.64 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $73,880 | $35.52 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $81,500 | $39.18 |
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How California compares
California ranks 3rd out of 26 states and territories for Proofreaders and Copy Markers pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Proofreaders and Copy Markers salary in other states
District of Columbia $68,120New York $59,740Massachusetts $57,160New Jersey $56,700Ohio $55,560Maryland $53,920Washington $53,890Missouri $52,920Kansas $51,160Illinois $50,060Minnesota $49,450Georgia $49,200Virginia $48,090Pennsylvania $47,510Kentucky $46,380North Carolina $46,140Iowa $44,680Wisconsin $43,630South Carolina $42,900Utah $42,840Texas $41,990Indiana $40,920West Virginia $36,730Florida $35,610Michigan $35,530
Working as Proofreaders and Copy Markers in California
Nationally, about 5,000 people work as Proofreaders and Copy Markers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare California pay ($57,490) 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 Proofreaders and Copy Markers make in California?
The median Proofreaders and Copy Markers salary in California is $57,490 per year, or about $27.64 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $34,320 at the entry level to $81,500 for the top 10% of earners.
How does California pay compare to the national average?
California pays Proofreaders and Copy Markers about 12% more than the national median of $51,120. California ranks 3rd out of 26 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is California a good state for Proofreaders and Copy Markers?
Yes on pay — California pays above the national median for this occupation, at $57,490 a year. About 300 Proofreaders and Copy Markers 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.