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Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$90,650
Median Annual Salary
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+15.5% vs 2024
$91,010
Mean Salary
$90,650
Median Salary
$43.58
Hourly Rate
5,840 people work as Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in California
Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in California earn a median salary of $90,650 per year ($7,554/month).
This is 22.6% above the national average of $73,917.
California ranks #7 out of 51 states for Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators pay.
Approximately 5,840 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 15.5% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators
Operate or maintain stationary engines, boilers, or other mechanical equipment to provide utilities for buildings or industrial processes. Operate equipment such as steam engines, generators, motors, turbines, and steam boilers.
Top Skills
Operations Monitoring
4.0
Operation and Control
3.38
Active Listening
3.25
Critical Thinking
3.25
Equipment Maintenance
3.25
Key Knowledge Areas
Mechanical
4.06
Chemistry
3.4
Public Safety and Security
3.32
Physics
3.18
Engineering and Technology
3.16
Typical Education: Post-Secondary Certificate
(47.1% of workers)
Salary Range: Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in California
Salaries for Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in California range from $48,610 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $132,730 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $61,860 and $120,350.
How much do Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators make in California?
The median annual salary for Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in California is $90,650 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $91,010.
What is the salary range for a Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in California?
Salaries for Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in California range from $48,610 at the 10th percentile to $132,730 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $61,860 and $120,350.
What is the starting salary for a Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in California?
Entry-level Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators positions in California typically start around $48,610 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $61,860 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 5,840 people are employed as Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in California is approximately $43.58 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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