Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| California | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $46,790 | $44,480 | +5% |
| Median hourly wage | $22.50 | $21.38 | +5% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $42,267.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Delivery Driver in California is $46,790, or about $22.50 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Delivery Drivers is $44,480. California is +5% above the national median.
Entry-level delivery drivers in California typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 111,950 delivery driver jobs on record and a median salary of $46,790, California offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.