📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

Farm Equipment Mechanic Salary in California (2026)

California · 42.0% above national average · Medium Demand

Average
$74,522
per year
Median
$70,120
per year
Hourly
$35.83
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$50,389
25th Percentile — Junior$62,914
50th Percentile — Median$70,120
75th Percentile — Senior$91,093
90th Percentile — Top Earners$101,090
💡 Top-earning Farm Equipment Mechanics in California make up to $101,090 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
$65.9k
2021
$67.5k
2022
$69.2k
2023
$70.9k
2024
$72.7k
2025
$74.5k
2026
📈 Farm Equipment Mechanic salaries in California have followed the national trend with 2.5% annual growth. The strong presence in California's job market supports continued salary increases.
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Farm Equipment Mechanic Salary by City in California
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Los Angeles $115,509 +55.0% Medium
San Diego $110,293 +48.0% Medium
San Jose $128,178 +72.0% Medium
San Francisco $137,866 +85.0% Medium
Fresno $80,484 +8.0% Medium
Sacramento $90,917 +22.0% Medium
Long Beach $108,057 +45.0% Medium
Bakersfield $80,484 +8.0% Medium
Anaheim $105,821 +42.0% Medium
Santa Ana $104,331 +40.0% Medium
Riverside $95,388 +28.0% Medium
Stockton $87,936 +18.0% Medium
Irvine $115,509 +55.0% Medium
San Bernardino $87,936 +18.0% Medium
Modesto $83,465 +12.0% Medium
Fontana $90,917 +22.0% Medium
Moreno Valley $85,700 +15.0% Medium
Glendale $110,293 +48.0% Medium
Fremont $119,235 +60.0% Medium
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Farm Equipment Mechanic Job Market in California
Key factors affecting compensation

California is home to a very strong job market for Farm Equipment Mechanics. The state's key industries — Technology, Entertainment, Agriculture — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $74,522 per year, California's Farm Equipment 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 $50,389–$62,914, while experienced Farm Equipment Mechanics can command $91,093–$101,090.

Looking ahead, the Farm Equipment Mechanic profession in California is projected to grow at 2.5% 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 Farm Equipment Mechanic salary in California is $74,522 per year in 2026, which is 42.0% above the national average of $52,480.
  • San Francisco and San Jose typically pay Farm Equipment 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 Farm Equipment Mechanic employment.
  • At $74,522/year, California Farm Equipment Mechanic salaries are 42.0% higher than the national average of $52,480/year.