Millwrights Salary in California
Millwrights in California earn a median of $77,950 a year, +19% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $77,950
- vs. U.S. median
- +19% ($65,700)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 2,230
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,340; the top 10% earn over $127,890. Nationally the range is $46,290 to $93,600.
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Millwrights pay in California
How much do millwrights make in California?
The median is $77,950 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,340 and the top 10% earn over $127,890. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for millwrights?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 48 (+19% vs. the national median of $65,700). Living costs are not included.