Millwrights Salary in California
Median Annual Salary
$78,810
$37.89/hr
Salary Range
$47,830 – $128,660
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
2,490
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+5.4%
Faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$69,620
real purchasing power
20.9% above the national median ($65,170)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$47,830 (entry)$78,810 (median)$128,660 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+18.5%
$10,265 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont | $110,830 | 410 |
| Modesto | $98,270 | 70 |
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim | $84,010 | 730 |
| Bakersfield-Delano | $80,320 | 130 |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom | $75,150 | 140 |
| Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario | $67,200 | 240 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma | $63,540 | 40 |
| Redding | $61,290 | 40 |
| Fresno | $57,010 | 50 |
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Salary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) (2024 OEWS). Cost of living based on BEA Regional Price Parities. For informational purposes only.