CERTIFIED ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN Salary in California

How much does a CERTIFIED ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN make in California? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a CERTIFIED ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN in California is $60,321 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, a CERTIFIED ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $74,646
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,470 to $67,819
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,053

Key Factors That Influence CERTIFIED ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN Salaries

A CERTIFIED ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN'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.

How Experience Level Affects CERTIFIED ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a CERTIFIED ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $58,759
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $68,793
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $76,159
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $85,291
  • Expert (over 8 years): $148,463
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
CERTIFIED ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN less than 1 year $58,759
Industrial Engineering Technician II 1-2 years $68,793
Industrial Engineering Technician III 2-4 years $76,159
Industrial Engineering Technician IV 5-8 years $85,291
Industrial Engineering Manager over 8 years $148,463

Top Paying Cities for CERTIFIED ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN

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:

  • Los Angeles: $60,425
  • West Hollywood: $60,381
  • Dodgertown: $60,424

CERTIFIED ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For CERTIFIED ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, CERTIFIED ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view CERTIFIED ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a CERTIFIED ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking $84,449 $41.0 40%
Biotechnology $81,433 $39.0 35%
Pharmaceuticals $78,417 $38.0 30%
Financial Services $75,401 $36.0 25%
Energy & Utilities $72,385 $35.0 20%

CERTIFIED ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a CERTIFIED ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN'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.

  • Yearly
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  • Weekly
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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$55,470
Average $60,321/year
$67,819
$4,622
Average $5,027/month
$5,652
$1,067
Average $1,160/week
$1,304
$27
Average $29/hour
$33
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $67,819 $5,652 $1,304 $33
Average $60,321 $5,027 $1,160 $29
25th Percentile $55,470 $4,622 $1,067 $27

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