Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand

Pay in California

Median: $45,689 a year, $21.97 an hour.

About 355,500 people work in this job in California.

Source: EDD LMID OEWS, 2026 1st quarter, California statewide (data.ca.gov resource modified 2026-10-01)

Outlook

Projected change from 2024 to 2034: +8.6%, with about 502,850 total openings expected.

Source: EDD LMID long-term projections 2024 to 2034, California

Typical credential

Typical education to start: No formal educational credential. On-the-job training: Short-term on-the-job training. Work experience: None.

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