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Commercial Divers Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Commercial Divers make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
310 people work as Commercial Divers in California
Commercial Divers salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Commercial Divers in California earn a median salary of $101,540 per year ($8,461/month).
This is 22.8% above the national average of $82,677.
California ranks #4 out of 19 states for Commercial Divers pay.
Approximately 310 people work in this occupation across California.
About This Job: Commercial Divers
Work below surface of water, using surface-supplied air or scuba equipment to inspect, repair, remove, or install equipment and structures. May use a variety of power and hand tools, such as drills, sledgehammers, torches, and welding equipment. May conduct tests or experiments, rig explosives, or photograph structures or marine life.
Top Skills
Critical Thinking
3.88
Active Listening
3.75
Operations Monitoring
3.75
Speaking
3.62
Quality Control Analysis
3.5
Key Knowledge Areas
Mechanical
4.07
Building and Construction
3.76
Physics
3.55
Customer and Personal Service
3.2
Mathematics
3.14
Typical Education: Post-Secondary Certificate
(72.4% of workers)
Salaries for Commercial Divers in California range from $39,980 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $152,760 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $39,980 and $131,110.
The median annual salary for Commercial Divers in California is $101,540 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $98,740.
What is the salary range for a Commercial Divers in California?
Salaries for Commercial Divers in California range from $39,980 at the 10th percentile to $152,760 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $39,980 and $131,110.
What is the starting salary for a Commercial Divers in California?
Entry-level Commercial Divers positions in California typically start around $39,980 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $39,980 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Commercial Divers in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 310 people are employed as Commercial Divers in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Commercial Divers in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Commercial Divers in California is approximately $48.82 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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