California Median
$64,430
per year
Hourly Rate
$30.98
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-8% vs US median
US median $69,960
State Rank
#7 of 19
160 employed here
How much does a Wellhead Pumper make in California?
Wellhead Pumpers in California take home a median of $64,430 annually — roughly $30.98 an hour — which runs 8% below the national median of $69,960.
Within California, entry-level pay starts around $50,180 while the top 10% make $76,330 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $56,500 and $72,310 a year.
Wellhead Pumper salary range in California
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $50,180 | $24.13 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $56,500 | $27.16 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $64,430 | $30.98 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $72,310 | $34.76 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $76,330 | $36.70 |
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How California compares
California ranks 7th out of 19 states and territories for Wellhead Pumper pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Wellhead Pumper salary in other states
North Dakota $79,820New Mexico $78,010Louisiana $76,930Texas $75,860Colorado $72,700Arkansas $64,650Mississippi $62,560Kansas $62,400Oklahoma $61,380Utah $59,970Montana $57,830Wyoming $57,200West Virginia $52,170Illinois $51,440New York $48,980Michigan $47,630Ohio $46,750Pennsylvania $45,490
Working as a Wellhead Pumper in California
Nationally, about 18,000 people work as Wellhead Pumpers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare California pay ($64,430) 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 does a Wellhead Pumper make in California?
The median Wellhead Pumper salary in California is $64,430 per year, or about $30.98 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $50,180 at the entry level to $76,330 for the top 10% of earners.
How does California pay compare to the national average?
California pays Wellhead Pumpers about 8% less than the national median of $69,960. California ranks 7th out of 19 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is California a good state for Wellhead Pumpers?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $64,430 a year. About 160 Wellhead Pumpers are employed in California. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
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.