Mine Cutting and Channeling Machine Operators Salary in California

$33,609 $109,070
10th pct Median: $63,413 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$33,609
25th Percentile$45,657
50th (Median)$63,413
75th Percentile$87,510
90th (Top Earners)$109,070
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The California median salary of $63,413 for Mine Cutting and Channeling Machine Operators has the purchasing power of approximately $42,304 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 Mine Cutting and Channeling Machine Operators make in California?
Mine Cutting and Channeling Machine Operators in California earn a median annual salary of $63,413 per year ($30.49/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $50,730.
Is California a good state for Mine Cutting and Channeling Machine Operators?
California pays above the national average for mine cutting and channeling machine operators, 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 Mine Cutting and Channeling Machine Operators in California?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 149.9 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $63,413 salary in California has the purchasing power of approximately $42,304 in Missouri. Higher living costs in California reduce real purchasing power.
How does California compare to neighboring states for Mine Cutting and Channeling Machine Operators salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Mine Cutting and Channeling Machine Operators 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 Mine Cutting and Channeling Machine Operators in California

Mine Cutting and Channeling Machine Operators 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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