Photographic Process Workers and Processing Machine Operators Salary in California
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 7 metro areas • California
Photographic Process Workers and Processing Machine Operators in California earn a median salary of $45,323 per year on average across 7 metro and nonmetro areas, +13% vs the national median of $40,100. An estimated 720 photographic process workers and processing machine operators are employed across California, with salaries ranging from $33,850 to $53,290 depending on location.
$45,323
Avg median salary in California
$53,290
Highest paying metro
$33,850
Lowest paying metro
720
Employed in California
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Photographic Process Workers and Processing Machine Operators salaries by city in California
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CA | $53,290 | $43,170 | $72,010 | 120 |
| San Jose, CA | $49,350 | $47,920 | $60,780 | 60 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $48,600 | $38,730 | $63,270 | 360 |
| Sacramento, CA | $47,760 | $37,410 | $61,190 | 40 |
| Riverside, CA | $47,100 | $35,970 | $47,100 | 70 |
| San Diego, CA | $37,310 | $33,280 | $51,900 | 70 |
| Santa Cruz, CA | $33,850 | $33,850 | $39,850 | — |