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Salary · California · BLS OEWS May 2024

Tree Trimmers and Pruners Salary in California

In California, tree trimmers and pruners earn a median of $62,880 per year.

Median (California)
$62,880
Bottom 10%
$41,920
Top 10%
$85,980
Employed in California
8,620

How California compares

Refit analysis ·In California, tree trimmers and pruners earn a median of $62,880 — 25% above the national median of $50,430. Locally the range runs $41,920 to $85,980. About 8,620 people hold this role in the state.
Refit analysis ·California ranks #6 of 50 states for tree trimmers and pruners pay — roughly the 90th percentile among states. That trails the top-paying state (Alaska, $84,740) by 35%. State employment of about 8,620 also shapes how competitive local openings are.

National benchmark

US median
$50,430
US bottom 10%
$37,660
US top 10%
$78,900

Skills that move pay in this role

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

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