Carpet Installers Salary in California
Carpet Installers in California earn a median of $54,440 a year, +8% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $54,440
- vs. U.S. median
- +8% ($50,340)
- Rank among states
- 16 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 2,270
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,380; the top 10% earn over $80,560. Nationally the range is $35,450 to $82,140.
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Carpet Installers pay in California
How much do carpet installers make in California?
The median is $54,440 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,380 and the top 10% earn over $80,560. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for carpet installers?
On pay alone it ranks 16 of 45 (+8% vs. the national median of $50,340). Living costs are not included.