How much does an EMCO make in California? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an EMCO in California is $58,383 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, an EMCO's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $68,448
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,301 to $63,652
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,585

Key Factors That Influence EMCO Salaries

An EMCO'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 EMCO Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an EMCO'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): $49,552
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $57,286
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $78,774
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $92,973
  • Expert (over 8 years): $104,576
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Laboratory Support Technician I less than 1 year $49,552
EMCO 1-2 years $57,286
Laboratory Support Technician III 2-4 years $78,774
Laboratory Support Technician IV 5-8 years $92,973
Laboratory Supervisor over 8 years $104,576

Top Paying Cities for EMCO

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: $58,484
  • West Hollywood: $58,442
  • Dodgertown: $58,483

EMCO Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For EMCO roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 38% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, EMCO positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view EMCO as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an EMCO

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Internet $70,060 $34.0 20%
Energy & Utilities $67,141 $32.0 15%
Aerospace & Defense $65,389 $31.0 12%
Financial Services $65,389 $31.0 12%
Pharmaceuticals $64,222 $31.0 10%

EMCO Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an EMCO'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
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Hourly
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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$54,301
Average $58,383/year
$63,652
$4,525
Average $4,865/month
$5,304
$1,044
Average $1,123/week
$1,224
$26
Average $28/hour
$31
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $63,652 $5,304 $1,224 $31
Average $58,383 $4,865 $1,123 $28
25th Percentile $54,301 $4,525 $1,044 $26

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Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current EMCO job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

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