Printing Press Operators Salary in San Luis Obispo, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, CA

Median annual salary $45,650 +1.1% vs national
Median hourly $21.95
10th percentile $36,170
90th percentile $60,410
Employed locally 70
National median $45,160

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,170
    25th
    $38,270
    50th (median)
    $45,650
    75th
    $57,520
    90th
    $60,410

    San Luis Obispo economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.10% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $93,398 2023 • Census ACS
    Printing Press Operators salary vs area income 49% Median Printing Press Operators salary is 51% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Printing Press Operators make per hour in San Luis Obispo?

    The median hourly wage for Printing Press Operators in San Luis Obispo, CA is $21.95, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.20 or more per hour.

    Is San Luis Obispo above or below average for Printing Press Operators salaries?

    The median Printing Press Operators salary in San Luis Obispo, CA is 1.1% above the national median of $45,160. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Printing Press Operators in San Luis Obispo?

    Entry-level Printing Press Operators (10th percentile) earn around $36,170 per year in San Luis Obispo, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,270.