As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Drone Operator in California is $58,578. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $46,490 to a high of $73,264, with most professionals earning between $52,250 and $66,265.
| Percentile | Salary | Location | Last Updated |
| 10th Percentile Drone Operator Salary | $46,490 | CA | April 01, 2025 |
| 25th Percentile Drone Operator Salary | $52,250 | CA | April 01, 2025 |
| 50th Percentile Drone Operator Salary | $58,578 | CA | April 01, 2025 |
| 75th Percentile Drone Operator Salary | $66,265 | CA | April 01, 2025 |
| 90th Percentile Drone Operator Salary | $73,264 | CA | April 01, 2025 |
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| Location | Avg. Salary | Date Updated |
|---|---|---|
| Location Coachella, CA | Avg. Salary $55,641 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Acampo, CA | Avg. Salary $56,788 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Acton, CA | Avg. Salary $58,450 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Adelanto, CA | Avg. Salary $55,598 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Adin, CA | Avg. Salary $54,308 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Agoura Hills, CA | Avg. Salary $57,685 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Aguanga, CA | Avg. Salary $55,715 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Ahwahnee, CA | Avg. Salary $52,895 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Alameda, CA | Avg. Salary $64,855 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Alamo, CA | Avg. Salary $64,706 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
0 - 1 years experience
High School Diploma or Technical Certificate
1 - 3 years experience
High School Diploma or Technical Certificate
3 - 5 years experience
High School Diploma or Technical Certificate
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