Hazardous Materials Removal Workers Salary in California
Hazardous Materials Removal Workers in California earn a median of $56,120 a year, +13% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $56,120
- vs. U.S. median
- +13% ($49,450)
- Rank among states
- 12 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 7,340
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $41,660; the top 10% earn over $85,470. Nationally the range is $38,460 to $82,410.
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Hazardous Materials Removal Workers pay in California
How much do hazardous materials removal workers make in California?
The median is $56,120 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $41,660 and the top 10% earn over $85,470. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for hazardous materials removal workers?
On pay alone it ranks 12 of 51 (+13% vs. the national median of $49,450). Living costs are not included.