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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Home Energy Auditor in California is $65,120 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.
However, a Home Energy Auditor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Home Energy Auditor Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $77,882 | $6,490 | $1,498 | $37 |
| Average | $65,120 | $5,427 | $1,252 | $31 |
| 25th Percentile | $58,884 | $4,907 | $1,132 | $28 |
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A Home Energy Auditor'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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Home Energy Auditor'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Home Energy Auditor | $65,120 |
| Intermediate Level Home Energy Auditor | $65,978 |
| Senior Level Home Energy Auditor | $69,167 |
| Specialist Level Home Energy Auditor | $69,804 |
| Expert Level Home Energy Auditor | $70,230 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Home Energy Auditors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Home Energy Auditor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Media and Hospitality & Leisure sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Home Energy Auditor positions in Retail & Wholesale or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Home Energy Auditor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Media | $97,680 | $47.0 | 50% |
| Hospitality & Leisure | $78,144 | $38.0 | 20% |
Understanding how a Home Energy Auditor'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $77,882 | $6,490 | $1,498 | $37 |
| Average | $65,120 | $5,427 | $1,252 | $31 |
| 25th Percentile | $58,884 | $4,907 | $1,132 | $28 |
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