Wellhead Pumpers Salary in California
Wellhead Pumpers in California earn a median of $64,430 a year, −8% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $64,430
- vs. U.S. median
- −8% ($69,960)
- Rank among states
- 7 of 19
- Jobs in the state
- 160
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $50,180; the top 10% earn over $76,330. Nationally the range is $44,100 to $98,170.
States ranked near California
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Wellhead Pumpers pay in California
How much do wellhead pumpers make in California?
The median is $64,430 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $50,180 and the top 10% earn over $76,330. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for wellhead pumpers?
On pay alone it ranks 7 of 19 (−8% vs. the national median of $69,960). Living costs are not included.