SOC 53-7071 · California · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operators in California is $84,382 per year ($40.57/hr). This is 18% higher than the national median of $71,510. The middle 50% earn between $67,864 and $103,944 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $116,069.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $24.93 | $51,861 | +18.0% |
| P25 | $32.63 | $67,864 | +18.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $40.57 | $84,382 | +18.0% |
| P75 | $49.97 | $103,944 | +18.0% |
| P90 | $55.80 | $116,069 | +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 Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operators in California is approximately $84,382, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 18% higher than the national median of $71,510.
Entry-level Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operators (10th percentile) in California earn approximately $51,861 per year. The 25th percentile is $67,864. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $116,069.
California pays 18% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $71,510 vs $84,382 in California. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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