California Median
$76,630
per year
Hourly Rate
$36.84
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+20% vs US median
US median $63,890
State Rank
#9 of 51
14,040 employed here
How much do Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers make in California?
Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers in California take home a median of $76,630 annually — roughly $36.84 an hour — which runs 20% above the national median of $63,890.
Within California, entry-level pay starts around $56,410 while the top 10% make $113,240 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $65,480 and $97,400 a year.
Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers salary range in California
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $56,410 | $27.12 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $65,480 | $31.48 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $76,630 | $36.84 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $97,400 | $46.83 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $113,240 | $54.44 |
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How California compares
California ranks 9th out of 51 states and territories for Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers salary in other states
Alaska $95,850North Dakota $90,890New Hampshire $85,240Vermont $81,800Louisiana $80,210Hawaii $79,250New Jersey $78,000Washington $77,610Massachusetts $76,500Colorado $76,410Oregon $75,270Connecticut $75,200Minnesota $75,150Montana $73,970District of Columbia $73,130Arizona $72,710New York $67,710Rhode Island $66,960Delaware $66,670Iowa $65,710Utah $65,650Pennsylvania $64,960Georgia $64,900Illinois $64,630North Carolina $63,970New Mexico $63,600West Virginia $63,560Maryland $63,050Nevada $62,800Idaho $62,440South Dakota $62,000Maine $61,720Michigan $61,700Ohio $61,680South Carolina $61,480Virginia $61,340Mississippi $61,250Tennessee $61,220Florida $61,030Indiana $61,030Wisconsin $60,770Nebraska $60,520Wyoming $60,250Alabama $59,770Kentucky $59,700Texas $59,370Kansas $58,690Missouri $57,610Oklahoma $50,350Arkansas $49,740
Working as Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers in California
Nationally, about 141,000 people work as Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare California pay ($76,630) 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 Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers make in California?
The median Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers salary in California is $76,630 per year, or about $36.84 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $56,410 at the entry level to $113,240 for the top 10% of earners.
How does California pay compare to the national average?
California pays Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers about 20% more than the national median of $63,890. California ranks 9th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is California a good state for Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers?
Yes on pay — California pays above the national median for this occupation, at $76,630 a year. About 14,040 Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers 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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