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Arborist salary in California, 2026

How much does an Arborist make in California?

Average base salary

$36.46
35%
above national average
Average $36.46
Low $26.08
High $50.98

The average salary for a arborist is $36.46 per hour in California. 147 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 5, 2026).

Arborist job openings in California

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Board Certified Master Arboris...
Wright Service Corp2.9out of 5 stars.
Sacramento, CA
$44 - $48 an hour
Full-time
1 week ago

Highest paying companies for Arborist in California

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Moon Valley Nursery Inc
 
$192,449per year
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Brilliant General Maintenance ...
 
$182,000per year
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City of San Mateo
 
$132,681per year
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SavATree
 
$130,000per year
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City Of Newark
 
$128,471per year
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City of San Jose
 
$128,314per year
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Highest paying cities for Arborists near California

  1. Sacramento, CA
    $50.81 per hour
  2. Redding, CA
    $48.47 per hour
  3. San Francisco, CA
    $47.21 per hour
  4. Los Angeles, CA
    $36.97 per hour
  5. Visalia, CA
    $33.94 per hour

Where can an Arborist earn more?

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