Tapers Salary in California
Tapers in California earn a median of $73,460 a year, +8% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $73,460
- vs. U.S. median
- +8% ($68,270)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 27
- Jobs in the state
- 4,540
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $45,800; the top 10% earn over $115,370. Nationally the range is $43,670 to $107,110.
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Tapers pay in California
How much do tapers make in California?
The median is $73,460 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $45,800 and the top 10% earn over $115,370. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for tapers?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 27 (+8% vs. the national median of $68,270). Living costs are not included.