Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians Salary in California
Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians in California earn a median of $86,100 a year, +8% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $86,100
- vs. U.S. median
- +8% ($79,870)
- Rank among states
- 10 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 12,590
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $53,860; the top 10% earn over $116,690. Nationally the range is $48,780 to $128,890.
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Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians pay in California
How much do aircraft mechanics and service technicians make in California?
The median is $86,100 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $53,860 and the top 10% earn over $116,690. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for aircraft mechanics and service technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 10 of 50 (+8% vs. the national median of $79,870). Living costs are not included.