SOC 53-3054 · California · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Taxi Drivers in California is $42,756 per year ($20.56/hr). This is 18% higher than the national median of $36,234. The middle 50% earn between $36,963 and $47,934 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $73,067.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $15.48 | $32,202 | +18.0% |
| P25 | $17.77 | $36,963 | +18.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $20.56 | $42,756 | +18.0% |
| P75 | $23.05 | $47,934 | +18.0% |
| P90 | $35.13 | $73,067 | +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 Taxi Drivers in California is approximately $42,756, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 18% higher than the national median of $36,234.
Entry-level Taxi Drivers (10th percentile) in California earn approximately $32,202 per year. The 25th percentile is $36,963. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $73,067.
California pays 18% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $36,234 vs $42,756 in California. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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