Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in California

$30,879 $100,212
10th pct Median: $58,263 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$30,879
25th Percentile$41,949
50th (Median)$58,263
75th Percentile$80,403
90th (Top Earners)$100,212
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The California median salary of $58,263 for Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas has the purchasing power of approximately $38,868 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

California's higher cost of living (COL index: 149.9) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas make in California?
Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas in California earn a median annual salary of $58,263 per year ($28.01/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $46,610.
Is California a good state for Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas?
California pays above the national average for service unit operators, oil and gas, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in California is higher average (COL index: 149.9).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas in California?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 149.9 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $58,263 salary in California has the purchasing power of approximately $38,868 in Missouri. Higher living costs in California reduce real purchasing power.
How does California compare to neighboring states for Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in California

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Radiologists $387,400
2 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $382,775
3 Neurologists $369,500
4 Surgeons, All Other $368,150
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $339,850
6 Psychiatrists $312,248
7 Physicians, Pathologists $304,900
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $304,175
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas in California

Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the construction trades sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: High school diploma

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