📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

Elevator Mechanic Salary in California (2026)

California · 42.0% above national average · High Demand

Average
$144,244
per year
Median
$138,138
per year
Hourly
$69.35
per hour
🏛️ Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
📅 Dataset: OES May 2025
🔄 Published: May 2026
📍 Coverage: All 50 States + DC
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Salary Range & Percentiles
Pay distribution across experience levels
10th Percentile — Entry Level$90,852
25th Percentile — Junior$117,548
50th Percentile — Median$138,138
75th Percentile — Senior$177,614
90th Percentile — Top Earners$200,245
💡 Top-earning Elevator Mechanics in California make up to $200,245 per year. The job market in California is rated very strong, with key industries including Technology, Entertainment, Agriculture.
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Salary Growth Trend (2021–2026)
Six-year compensation trajectory
$119.7k
2021
$124.3k
2022
$129.0k
2023
$133.9k
2024
$139.0k
2025
$144.2k
2026
📈 Elevator Mechanic salaries in California have followed the national trend with 3.8% annual growth. The strong demand in California's job market supports continued salary increases.
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Elevator Mechanic Salary by City in California
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Los Angeles $223,578 +55.0% High
San Diego $213,481 +48.0% High
San Jose $248,100 +72.0% High
San Francisco $266,851 +85.0% High
Fresno $155,784 +8.0% High
Sacramento $175,978 +22.0% High
Long Beach $209,154 +45.0% High
Bakersfield $155,784 +8.0% High
Anaheim $204,826 +42.0% High
Santa Ana $201,942 +40.0% High
Riverside $184,632 +28.0% High
Stockton $170,208 +18.0% High
Irvine $223,578 +55.0% High
San Bernardino $170,208 +18.0% High
Modesto $161,553 +12.0% High
Fontana $175,978 +22.0% High
Moreno Valley $165,881 +15.0% High
Glendale $213,481 +48.0% High
Fremont $230,790 +60.0% High
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Elevator Mechanic Job Market in California
Key factors affecting compensation

California is home to a very strong job market for Elevator Mechanics. The state's key industries — Technology, Entertainment, Agriculture — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $144,244 per year, California's Elevator Mechanic salaries are 42.0% higher than the national average.

The cost of living in California (index: 1.42) justifies the higher pay scale. Entry-level professionals in California can expect to earn $90,852–$117,548, while experienced Elevator Mechanics can command $177,614–$200,245.

Looking ahead, the Elevator Mechanic profession in California is projected to grow at 3.8% annually. Major employers are actively hiring, and the state's investment in Technology continues to drive new opportunities for qualified candidates.

🏛️ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OES) · May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this salary
  • The average Elevator Mechanic salary in California is $144,244 per year in 2026, which is 42.0% above the national average of $101,580.
  • San Francisco and San Jose typically pay Elevator Mechanics the highest wages in California due to higher costs of living and competitive job markets.
  • California has a very strong job market with major industries in Technology, Entertainment, Agriculture. This makes it one of the better states for Elevator Mechanic employment.
  • At $144,244/year, California Elevator Mechanic salaries are 42.0% higher than the national average of $101,580/year.