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Gambling Dealers Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Gambling Dealers make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$35,090
Median Annual Salary
▲
+5.0% vs 2024
$41,140
Mean Salary
$35,090
Median Salary
$16.87
Hourly Rate
15,050 people work as Gambling Dealers in California
Gambling Dealers salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Gambling Dealers in California earn a median salary of $35,090 per year ($2,924/month).
This is 3.0% above the national average of $34,077.
California ranks #12 out of 34 states for Gambling Dealers pay.
Approximately 15,050 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 5.0% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Gambling Dealers
Operate table games. Stand or sit behind table and operate games of chance by dispensing the appropriate number of cards or blocks to players, or operating other gambling equipment. Distribute winnings or collect players' money or chips. May compare the house's hand against players' hands.
Top Skills
Active Listening
3.38
Speaking
3.38
Social Perceptiveness
3.12
Service Orientation
3.12
Reading Comprehension
3.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.23
Mathematics
3.86
English Language
3.27
Administration and Management
2.86
Public Safety and Security
2.77
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(69.0% of workers)
Salaries for Gambling Dealers in California range from $34,320 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $50,810 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $34,320 and $38,480.
Median $35,090
P10: $34,320P25: $34,320P75: $38,480P90: $50,810
10th
$34,320
25th
$34,320
Median
$35,090
75th
$38,480
90th
$50,810
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$34,320
$16.50
$2,860
25th Percentile
$34,320
$16.50
$2,860
Median (50th)
$35,090
$16.87
$2,924
75th Percentile
$38,480
$18.50
$3,206
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$50,810
$24.43
$4,234
Note: The mean (average) salary of $41,140 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Gambling Dealers in California is $35,090 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $41,140.
What is the salary range for a Gambling Dealers in California?
Salaries for Gambling Dealers in California range from $34,320 at the 10th percentile to $50,810 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $34,320 and $38,480.
What is the starting salary for a Gambling Dealers in California?
Entry-level Gambling Dealers positions in California typically start around $34,320 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $34,320 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Gambling Dealers in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 15,050 people are employed as Gambling Dealers in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Gambling Dealers in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Gambling Dealers in California is approximately $16.87 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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