Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers Salary in California
Also called: CNC Programmers
Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers in California earn a median of $82,090 a year, +21% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $82,090
- vs. U.S. median
- +21% ($68,120)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 2,990
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $55,900; the top 10% earn over $126,010. Nationally the range is $47,530 to $100,320.
States ranked near California
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- Robotics Engineers$130,850 median in California (broader BLS group)
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- Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists and Technicians$79,070 median in California (broader BLS group)
- Model Makers, Metal and Plastic$92,960 median in California
- Tool and Die Makers$77,030 median in California
- Electronics Engineers, Except Computer$160,520 median in California
Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers pay in California
How much do computer numerically controlled tool programmers make in California?
The median is $82,090 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $55,900 and the top 10% earn over $126,010. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for computer numerically controlled tool programmers?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 43 (+21% vs. the national median of $68,120). Living costs are not included.