Gas Plant Operators Salary in California
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • California
Gas Plant Operators in California earn a median salary of $115,243 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, +38.2% vs the national median of $83,400. An estimated 350 gas plant operators are employed across California, with salaries ranging from $94,990 to $126,640 depending on location.
$115,243
Avg median salary in California
$126,640
Highest paying metro
$94,990
Lowest paying metro
350
Employed in California
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Gas Plant Operators salaries by city in California
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside, CA | $126,640 | $111,210 | $134,720 | 70 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $124,100 | $115,600 | $129,590 | 190 |
| San Diego, CA | $94,990 | $69,050 | $100,270 | 90 |