Printing Press Operators Salary in California
Printing Press Operators in California earn a median of $46,110 a year, +1% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $46,110
- vs. U.S. median
- +1% ($45,780)
- Rank among states
- 20 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 12,320
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $36,580; the top 10% earn over $63,910. Nationally the range is $33,330 to $63,520.
States ranked near California
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Printing Press Operators pay in California
How much do printing press operators make in California?
The median is $46,110 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $36,580 and the top 10% earn over $63,910. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for printing press operators?
On pay alone it ranks 20 of 51 (+1% vs. the national median of $45,780). Living costs are not included.