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Conveyor Operators and Tenders Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Conveyor Operators and Tenders make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$43,150
Median Annual Salary
▲
+3.6% vs 2024
$44,950
Mean Salary
$43,150
Median Salary
$20.75
Hourly Rate
2,460 people work as Conveyor Operators and Tenders in California
Conveyor Operators and Tenders salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Conveyor Operators and Tenders in California earn a median salary of $43,150 per year ($3,595/month).
This is 1.2% below the national average of $43,677.
California ranks #19 out of 44 states for Conveyor Operators and Tenders pay.
Approximately 2,460 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 3.6% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Conveyor Operators and Tenders
Control or tend conveyors or conveyor systems that move materials or products to and from stockpiles, processing stations, departments, or vehicles. May control speed and routing of materials or products.
Top Skills
Operations Monitoring
4.0
Operation and Control
4.0
Monitoring
3.38
Active Listening
3.12
Speaking
3.0
Key Knowledge Areas
English Language
3.96
Mechanical
3.09
Public Safety and Security
3.04
Production and Processing
3.01
Transportation
2.77
Typical Education: Less than a High School Diploma
(70.0% of workers)
Salary Range: Conveyor Operators and Tenders in California
Salaries for Conveyor Operators and Tenders in California range from $39,890 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $51,400 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $42,420 and $46,600.
Median $43,150
P10: $39,890P25: $42,420P75: $46,600P90: $51,400
10th
$39,890
25th
$42,420
Median
$43,150
75th
$46,600
90th
$51,400
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$39,890
$19.18
$3,324
25th Percentile
$42,420
$20.39
$3,535
Median (50th)
$43,150
$20.75
$3,595
75th Percentile
$46,600
$22.40
$3,883
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$51,400
$24.71
$4,283
Note: The mean (average) salary of $44,950 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Conveyor Operators and Tenders make in California?
The median annual salary for Conveyor Operators and Tenders in California is $43,150 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $44,950.
What is the salary range for a Conveyor Operators and Tenders in California?
Salaries for Conveyor Operators and Tenders in California range from $39,890 at the 10th percentile to $51,400 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $42,420 and $46,600.
What is the starting salary for a Conveyor Operators and Tenders in California?
Entry-level Conveyor Operators and Tenders positions in California typically start around $39,890 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $42,420 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Conveyor Operators and Tenders in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 2,460 people are employed as Conveyor Operators and Tenders in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Conveyor Operators and Tenders in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Conveyor Operators and Tenders in California is approximately $20.75 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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