Tree Trimmers and Pruners Salary in California
Tree Trimmers and Pruners in California earn a median of $62,550 a year, +23% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $62,550
- vs. U.S. median
- +23% ($50,960)
- Rank among states
- 6 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 9,610
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,750; the top 10% earn over $92,270. Nationally the range is $37,940 to $80,310.
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Tree Trimmers and Pruners pay in California
How much do tree trimmers and pruners make in California?
The median is $62,550 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,750 and the top 10% earn over $92,270. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for tree trimmers and pruners?
On pay alone it ranks 6 of 49 (+23% vs. the national median of $50,960). Living costs are not included.