Pool Service Salary in California

How much does a Pool Service make in California?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pool Service in California is $56,055 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

However, a Pool Service's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $64,605
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,689 to $60,530
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,715
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Pool Service Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $60,530 $5,044 $1,164 $29
Average $56,055 $4,671 $1,078 $27
25th Percentile $51,689 $4,307 $994 $25
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Key Factors That Influence Pool Service Salaries

A Pool Service's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Pool Service Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Pool Service's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $49,274
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $56,964
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $78,316
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $92,435
  • Expert (over 8 years): $91,801
Levels Salary
Laborator... Level Pool Service$49,274
Pool Serv... Level Pool Service$56,964
Laborator... Level Pool Service$78,316
Laborator... Level Pool Service$92,435
Laborator... Level Pool Service$91,801
$49,274 0 yr
$56,964 < 2 yrs
$78,316 2-4 yrs
$92,435 5-8 yrs
$91,801 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Pool Services

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Los Angeles: $56,151
  • West Hollywood: $56,111
  • Dodgertown: $56,151

Pool Service Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Pool Service roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 38% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Pool Service positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Pool Service as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Pool Service

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Internet$67,266$32.020%
Energy & Utilities$64,463$31.015%
Aerospace & Defense$62,781$30.012%
Financial Services$62,781$30.012%
Pharmaceuticals$61,660$30.010%

Pool Service Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pool Service's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

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    San Diego, CA

    POOLSERV | San Diego, CA

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  • Alta Sierra Pools, Inc.

    Roseville, CA

    Alta Sierra Pools, Inc. | Roseville, CA

    Job Description. Job Description. Alta Sierra Pool Service is seeking an experienced, dependable Pool Service Technician to join our growing team. Since 20... more

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  • Coastline Pool Pros

    Paso Robles, CA

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    Swimming pool maintenance tech with Experience.Come join the Coastline Pool Pros Team. Coastline Pool Pros is the largest most comprehensive pool service a... more

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  • SkyBlue Pool Care

    Los Angeles, CA

    SkyBlue Pool Care | Los Angeles, CA

    Job Description. Job Description. Minimum of 2 years cleaning pools REQUIRED. Must have your own truck. About Us. SkyBlue Pool Care is a fast-growing pool ... more

    6 Days Ago

  • OCEAN SPRINGS TECH INC

    Desert Hot Springs, CA

    OCEAN SPRINGS TECH INC | Desert Hot Springs, CA

    Job Description. Job Description. At. Ocean Springs Tech, Inc. we believe that success begins with people — talented, dedicated individuals who take pride ... more

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  • Confidential

    Canoga Park, CA

    Confidential | Canoga Park, CA

    Overview We are seeking a full-time pool service technician with 2years experience is a must have (we can't train at this time).Knowledge of repairs are a ... more

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