SOC 43-5052 · California · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Postal Service Mail Carriers in California is $67,840 per year ($32.62/hr). This is 18% higher than the national median of $57,491. The middle 50% earn between $54,316 and $88,849 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $90,715.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $24.05 | $50,021 | +18.0% |
| P25 | $26.11 | $54,316 | +18.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $32.62 | $67,840 | +18.0% |
| P75 | $42.72 | $88,849 | +18.0% |
| P90 | $43.61 | $90,715 | +18.0% |
The overall labor market contracted slightly in February: 5.0M separations vs 4.8M hires. Hiring rate hit 3.1%, the lowest since April 2020. The "Great Stay" persists with quits at 1.9% for 8 consecutive months.
The median (P50) annual salary for Postal Service Mail Carriers in California is approximately $67,840, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 18% higher than the national median of $57,491.
Entry-level Postal Service Mail Carriers (10th percentile) in California earn approximately $50,021 per year. The 25th percentile is $54,316. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $90,715.
California pays 18% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $57,491 vs $67,840 in California. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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