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Salary · California · BLS OEWS May 2024

Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians Salary in California

In California, geological technicians, except hydrologic technicians earn a median of $63,160 per year.

Median (California)
$63,160
Bottom 10%
$43,080
Top 10%
$158,180
Employed in California
830

How California compares

Refit analysis ·In California, geological technicians, except hydrologic technicians earn a median of $63,160 — 31% above the national median of $48,390. Locally the range runs $43,080 to $158,180. About 830 people hold this role in the state.
Refit analysis ·California ranks #6 of 31 states for geological technicians, except hydrologic technicians pay — roughly the 83th percentile among states. That trails the top-paying state (Nevada, $72,440) by 15%. State employment of about 830 also shapes how competitive local openings are.

National benchmark

US median
$48,390
US bottom 10%
$32,830
US top 10%
$92,210

Skills that move pay in this role

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Critical Thinking
  • Writing
  • Monitoring
  • Active Listening
  • Speaking
  • Mathematics
  • Active Learning

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