Helpers--Roofers pay in California
In California, the median pay for helpers--roofers is $26.67 an hour ($55,470 a year). About 1,200 people work in this job there.
That is 26% higher than the U.S. median ($44,160). California ranks 3rd of 26 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for helpers--roofers in California
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.88 | $39,280 |
| 25% of workers | $22.32 | $46,430 |
| Half of workers (median) | $26.67 | $55,470 |
| 75% of workers | $36.48 | $75,880 |
| 90% of workers | $36.71 | $76,360 |
Helpers--Roofers pay in California metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara | $58,090 | 100 |
| Salinas | $55,470 | 30 |
| Fresno | $51,170 | 50 |
California unemployment rate: 5.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for helpers--roofers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -0.1% over ten years, little or no change · about 600 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in California
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $75,920 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $65,880 |
| Roofers | $63,600 |
| Plasterers and Stucco Masons | $59,940 |
| Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters | $49,590 |
| Helpers--Electricians | $52,080 |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $48,840 |
| Helpers--Carpenters | $49,890 |
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