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First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$63,270
Median Annual Salary
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+3.4% vs 2024
$68,290
Mean Salary
$63,270
Median Salary
$30.42
Hourly Rate
14,850 people work as First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers in California
First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers in California earn a median salary of $63,270 per year ($5,272/month).
This is 6.8% above the national average of $59,223.
California ranks #11 out of 51 states for First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers pay.
Approximately 14,850 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 3.4% compared to 2024.
About This Job: First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers
Directly supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in landscaping or groundskeeping activities. Work may involve reviewing contracts to ascertain service, machine, and workforce requirements; answering inquiries from potential customers regarding methods, material, and price ranges; and preparing estimates according to labor, material, and machine costs.
Top Skills
Monitoring
4.0
Time Management
4.0
Active Listening
3.88
Management of Personnel Resources
3.88
Speaking
3.75
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.0
English Language
3.92
Administration and Management
3.85
Mathematics
3.71
Public Safety and Security
3.7
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(32.3% of workers)
Salary Range: First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers in California
Salaries for First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers in California range from $44,330 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $98,590 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $48,610 and $81,660.
Median $63,270
P10: $44,330P25: $48,610P75: $81,660P90: $98,590
10th
$44,330
25th
$48,610
Median
$63,270
75th
$81,660
90th
$98,590
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$44,330
$21.31
$3,694
25th Percentile
$48,610
$23.37
$4,050
Median (50th)
$63,270
$30.42
$5,272
75th Percentile
$81,660
$39.26
$6,805
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$98,590
$47.40
$8,215
Note: The mean (average) salary of $68,290 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#11
California ranks #11 of 51 states
$59,223
National avg. for First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers
How much do First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers make in California?
The median annual salary for First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers in California is $63,270 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $68,290.
What is the salary range for a First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers in California?
Salaries for First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers in California range from $44,330 at the 10th percentile to $98,590 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $48,610 and $81,660.
What is the starting salary for a First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers in California?
Entry-level First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers positions in California typically start around $44,330 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $48,610 (25th percentile).
How many people work as First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 14,850 people are employed as First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers in California.
What is the hourly rate for a First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers in California is approximately $30.42 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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