Bridge and Lock Tenders Salary in California
Bridge and Lock Tenders in California earn a median of $72,390 a year, +25% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $72,390
- vs. U.S. median
- +25% ($57,700)
- Rank among states
- 5 of 23
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,440; the top 10% earn over $86,960. Nationally the range is $28,090 to $75,360.
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Bridge and Lock Tenders pay in California
How much do bridge and lock tenders make in California?
The median is $72,390 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,440 and the top 10% earn over $86,960. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for bridge and lock tenders?
On pay alone it ranks 5 of 23 (+25% vs. the national median of $57,700). Living costs are not included.