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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Audio Visual Specialist IV in New York is $94,260 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.
However, an Audio Visual Specialist IV's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $104,170 | $8,681 | $2,003 | $50 |
| Average | $94,260 | $7,855 | $1,813 | $45 |
| 25th Percentile | $85,120 | $7,093 | $1,637 | $41 |
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An Audio Visual Specialist IV'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.
Experience is a primary driver of an Audio Visual Specialist IV'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:
| Job Role | Years of Experience | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Audio and Video Equipment Technician II | 1-3 years | $62,691 |
| Audio and Video Equipment Technician III | 3-5 years | $76,300 |
| Audio Visual Specialist IV | 5-7 years | $94,252 |
| Audio and Video Equipment Supervisor | 7+ years | $90,019 |
| Voice Telecommunications Operations Manager | 7+ years | $140,362 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Audio Visual Specialist IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
Audio Visual Specialist IV salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $105,519. While startup companies pay approximate $89,266.
| Company Size | Employees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | 1~50 | $89,266 |
| Growth Stage | 51~500 | $94,410 |
| Established | 501~5000 | $101,897 |
| Enterprise | 5000+ | $105,519 |
For Audio Visual Specialist IV roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 120% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Retail & Wholesale and Construction sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 60% above the average. In contrast, Audio Visual Specialist positions in Software & Networking or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Audio Visual Specialist IV as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retail & Wholesale | $150,816 | $73.0 | 60% |
| Construction | $141,390 | $68.0 | 50% |
| Healthcare | $131,964 | $63.0 | 40% |
| Energy & Utilities | $122,538 | $59.0 | 30% |
| Insurance | $117,825 | $57.0 | 25% |
Understanding how an Audio Visual Specialist IV'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $104,170 | $8,681 | $2,003 | $50 |
| Average | $94,260 | $7,855 | $1,813 | $45 |
| 25th Percentile | $85,120 | $7,093 | $1,637 | $41 |
For an Audio Visual Specialist IV, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Audio and Video Equipment Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $90,100 - a projected growth of -4% over your current level.
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