Environmental Science and Protection Technicians Salary in California
Also called: Environmental Science Technicians
Environmental Science and Protection Technicians in California earn a median of $61,220 a year, +11% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $61,220
- vs. U.S. median
- +11% ($55,090)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 6,010
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,670; the top 10% earn over $106,840. Nationally the range is $38,170 to $94,160.
States ranked near California
Similar jobs in California
- Environmental Compliance Inspectors$96,980 median in California (broader BLS group)
- Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians$60,010 median in California
- Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$106,510 median in California
- Forensic Science Technicians$102,100 median in California
- Conservation Scientists$79,810 median in California
- Soil and Plant Scientists$91,930 median in California
Environmental Science and Protection Technicians pay in California
How much do environmental science and protection technicians make in California?
The median is $61,220 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,670 and the top 10% earn over $106,840. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for environmental science and protection technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 49 (+11% vs. the national median of $55,090). Living costs are not included.