How much does a Highway Maintenance Workers make in California?
Last updated: 2024 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Maintain highways, municipal and rural roads, airport runways, and rights-of-way. Duties include patching broken or eroded pavement and repairing guard rails, highway markers, and snow fences. May also mow or clear brush from along road, or plow snow from roadway.
Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor
Salaries for Highway Maintenance Workers in California range from $42,900 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $80,200 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $48,940 and $75,000.
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $42,900 | $20.62 | $3,575 |
| 25th Percentile | $48,940 | $23.53 | $4,078 |
| Median (50th) | $58,300 | $28.03 | $4,858 |
| 75th Percentile | $75,000 | $36.06 | $6,250 |
| 90th Percentile (Experienced) | $80,200 | $38.56 | $6,683 |
Note: The mean (average) salary of $61,640 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
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Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2024 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.
Our Methodology · Data Sources · Source: BLS OEWS