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Orderlies Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Orderlies make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$49,920
Median Annual Salary
▲
+2.8% vs 2024
$54,480
Mean Salary
$49,920
Median Salary
$24.00
Hourly Rate
4,870 people work as Orderlies in California
Orderlies salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Orderlies in California earn a median salary of $49,920 per year ($4,160/month).
This is 29.3% above the national average of $38,614.
California ranks #1 out of 47 states for Orderlies pay.
Approximately 4,870 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 2.8% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Orderlies
Transport patients to areas such as operating rooms or x-ray rooms using wheelchairs, stretchers, or moveable beds. May maintain stocks of supplies or clean and transport equipment. Psychiatric orderlies are included in Psychiatric Aides.
Top Skills
Social Perceptiveness
3.38
Service Orientation
3.38
Active Listening
3.12
Speaking
3.0
Coordination
2.88
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.2
Public Safety and Security
3.12
English Language
2.97
Transportation
2.52
Education and Training
2.4
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(89.3% of workers)
Salaries for Orderlies in California range from $39,630 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $74,010 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $46,920 and $63,010.
Median $49,920
P10: $39,630P25: $46,920P75: $63,010P90: $74,010
10th
$39,630
25th
$46,920
Median
$49,920
75th
$63,010
90th
$74,010
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$39,630
$19.05
$3,302
25th Percentile
$46,920
$22.56
$3,910
Median (50th)
$49,920
$24.00
$4,160
75th Percentile
$63,010
$30.29
$5,250
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$74,010
$35.58
$6,167
Note: The mean (average) salary of $54,480 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Orderlies in California is $49,920 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $54,480.
What is the salary range for a Orderlies in California?
Salaries for Orderlies in California range from $39,630 at the 10th percentile to $74,010 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $46,920 and $63,010.
What is the starting salary for a Orderlies in California?
Entry-level Orderlies positions in California typically start around $39,630 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $46,920 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Orderlies in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 4,870 people are employed as Orderlies in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Orderlies in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Orderlies in California is approximately $24.00 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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