Floor Sanders and Finishers Salary in California
Floor Sanders and Finishers in California make a median of $45,180 a year, or about $21.72 an hour. The range runs from $40K at the entry level to $85K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. This is an aggregate across all of California. BLS does not publish metro-level data for this occupation in this state.
So what does $45K get you in California?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, California
Entry-level floor sanders and finishers (10th percentile) start around $40K. Mid-career wages sit at $45K. Top earners bring in $85K or more, a $45K spread from bottom to top.
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Frequently asked questions
How much do floor sanders and finishers make in California?
The median is $45,180 a year, that works out to about $22 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $39,730, and experienced floor sanders and finishers can clear $84,730. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $45K enough to live in California?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,112/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $2,471/month, which eats 79.4% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a floor sanders and finishers salary go in California?
California has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median floor sanders and finishers salary is worth about $42,566 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do floor sanders and finishers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.