As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Construction Apprentice in San Diego, CA is $58,818, equivalent to $28 per hour, $1,131 weekly, or $4,902 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Construction Apprentice in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Construction Apprentice in San Diego, CA vary widely, spanning from $45,929 to $71,099. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($52,071) and 75th percentile ($65,246), while top earners (90th percentile) make $71,099 per year. This $13,175 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Installation, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, San Diego Construction Apprentice often earn 2.2% higher than national averages. However, San Diego currently ranks 128 statewide for Construction Apprentice job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Construction Apprentice Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Construction Apprentice Salary $45,929 San Diego, CA June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Construction Apprentice Salary $52,071 San Diego, CA June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Construction Apprentice Salary $58,818 San Diego, CA June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Construction Apprentice Salary $65,246 San Diego, CA June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Construction Apprentice Salary $71,099 San Diego, CA June 01, 2026
25% $52,071 10% $45,929 90% $71,099 75% $65,246 $58,818 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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