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Riggers Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Riggers make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$85,730
Median Annual Salary
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+2.9% vs 2024
$87,230
Mean Salary
$85,730
Median Salary
$41.22
Hourly Rate
2,260 people work as Riggers in California
Riggers salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Riggers in California earn a median salary of $85,730 per year ($7,144/month).
This is 32.0% above the national average of $64,946.
California ranks #6 out of 43 states for Riggers pay.
Approximately 2,260 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 2.9% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Riggers
Set up or repair rigging for construction projects, manufacturing plants, logging yards, ships and shipyards, or for the entertainment industry.
Top Skills
Operation and Control
3.25
Reading Comprehension
3.12
Active Listening
3.12
Critical Thinking
3.12
Monitoring
3.12
Key Knowledge Areas
Mechanical
3.71
Public Safety and Security
3.65
Production and Processing
3.62
Customer and Personal Service
3.53
Administration and Management
3.43
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(62.9% of workers)
Salaries for Riggers in California range from $53,190 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $127,810 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $67,180 and $102,050.
The median annual salary for Riggers in California is $85,730 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $87,230.
What is the salary range for a Riggers in California?
Salaries for Riggers in California range from $53,190 at the 10th percentile to $127,810 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $67,180 and $102,050.
What is the starting salary for a Riggers in California?
Entry-level Riggers positions in California typically start around $53,190 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $67,180 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Riggers in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 2,260 people are employed as Riggers in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Riggers in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Riggers in California is approximately $41.22 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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