Pipelayers Salary in California
Pipelayers in California earn a median of $76,180 a year, +55% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $76,180
- vs. U.S. median
- +55% ($49,000)
- Rank among states
- 5 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 1,420
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $50,650; the top 10% earn over $108,790. Nationally the range is $37,730 to $80,170.
States ranked near California
Similar jobs in California
- Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers$129,040 median in California
- Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters$72,830 median in California
- Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers$44,670 median in California
- Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators$83,130 median in California
- Commercial Divers$101,540 median in California
- Millwrights$77,950 median in California
Pipelayers pay in California
How much do pipelayers make in California?
The median is $76,180 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $50,650 and the top 10% earn over $108,790. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for pipelayers?
On pay alone it ranks 5 of 44 (+55% vs. the national median of $49,000). Living costs are not included.