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Gardener salary in California, 2026

How much does a Gardener make in California?

Average base salary

$22.84
8%
above national average
Average $22.84
Low $16.90
High $32.43

The average salary for a gardener is $22.84 per hour in California. 355 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 19, 2026).

Gardener job openings in California

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Laborer/Gardener (8097C), Faci...
University of California Berkeley4.2out of 5 stars.
Berkeley, CA
$32.96 - $40.98 an hour
Full-time
2 days ago

Highest paying companies for Gardener in California

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Comprehensive Mobile Care
 
$158,000per year
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Brilliant General Maintenance ...
 
$145,600per year
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Amergis
 
$136,500per year
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PORT OF OAKLAND
 
$104,574per year
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DRÄXLMAIER Group
 
$100,880per year
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Forest Lawn
 
$100,000per year
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Highest paying cities for Gardeners near California

  1. Berkeley, CA
    $33.39 per hour
  2. Oakland, CA
    $27.49 per hour
  3. San Francisco, CA
    $26.97 per hour
  4. Los Angeles, CA
    $25.30 per hour
  5. San Jose, CA
    $23.84 per hour

Where can a Gardener earn more?

Compare salaries for Gardeners in different locations
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