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Fence Erectors Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Fence Erectors make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$56,060
Median Annual Salary
▲
+4.2% vs 2024
$58,390
Mean Salary
$56,060
Median Salary
$26.95
Hourly Rate
3,150 people work as Fence Erectors in California
Fence Erectors salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Fence Erectors in California earn a median salary of $56,060 per year ($4,671/month).
This is 18.0% above the national average of $47,520.
California ranks #5 out of 45 states for Fence Erectors pay.
Approximately 3,150 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 4.2% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Fence Erectors
Erect and repair fences and fence gates, using hand and power tools.
Top Skills
Active Listening
3.0
Speaking
3.0
Critical Thinking
3.0
Monitoring
3.0
Coordination
3.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.02
Building and Construction
4.0
Transportation
3.88
Administration and Management
3.78
Design
3.72
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(47.5% of workers)
Salaries for Fence Erectors in California range from $40,260 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $78,900 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $46,740 and $69,690.
Median $56,060
P10: $40,260P25: $46,740P75: $69,690P90: $78,900
10th
$40,260
25th
$46,740
Median
$56,060
75th
$69,690
90th
$78,900
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$40,260
$19.36
$3,355
25th Percentile
$46,740
$22.47
$3,895
Median (50th)
$56,060
$26.95
$4,671
75th Percentile
$69,690
$33.50
$5,807
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$78,900
$37.93
$6,575
Note: The mean (average) salary of $58,390 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Fence Erectors in California is $56,060 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $58,390.
What is the salary range for a Fence Erectors in California?
Salaries for Fence Erectors in California range from $40,260 at the 10th percentile to $78,900 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $46,740 and $69,690.
What is the starting salary for a Fence Erectors in California?
Entry-level Fence Erectors positions in California typically start around $40,260 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $46,740 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Fence Erectors in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 3,150 people are employed as Fence Erectors in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Fence Erectors in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Fence Erectors in California is approximately $26.95 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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