What are the main factors that influence an AV Technician III's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for AV Technician III?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for AV Technician III roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change An AV Technician 's salary?

An AV Technician 's salary grows with experience: an Audio and Video Equipment Technician I (0-1 years)earns $51,193, an Audio and Video Equipment Technician II (1-3 years)earns $59,719, an AV Technician III (3-5 years)earns $72,682, an Audio and Video Equipment Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $89,784, an Audio and Video Equipment Supervisor (7+ years)earns $85,751,

What are the highest paying states for an AV Technician III?

AV Technician III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for AV Technician III roles are District of Columbia $79,490, California $79,190, Massachusetts $78,190. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of AV Technician roles make?

Salaries for AV Technician level roles vary by specialization: AV Engineer: $131,455; AV Technician IV: $88,690; Av Manager: $86,795; Av Consultant: $81,137; Audio Visual Technician III: $71,771.

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AV Technician III Salary in Delaware

How much does an AV Technician III make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an AV Technician III in Delaware is $72,690 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

However, an AV Technician III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,436
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $64,490 to $86,690
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,024

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AV Technician III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,690	$7,224	$1,667	$42
Average	$72,690	$6,058	$1,398	$35
25th Percentile	$64,490	$5,374	$1,240	$31

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Key Factors That Influence AV Technician III Salaries

An AV Technician III'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 AV Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an AV Technician III'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:

Audio and Video Equipment Technician I (0-1 years): $51,193
Audio and Video Equipment Technician II (1-3 years): $59,719
AV Technician III (3-5 years): $72,682
Audio and Video Equipment Technician IV (5-7 years): $89,784
Audio and Video Equipment Supervisor (7+ years): $85,751

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Audio and Video Equipment Technician I	0-1 years	$51,193
Audio and Video Equipment Technician II	1-3 years	$59,719
AV Technician III	3-5 years	$72,682
Audio and Video Equipment Technician IV	5-7 years	$89,784
Audio and Video Equipment Supervisor	7+ years	$85,751

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How Do AV Technician III Salaries Vary from State to State?

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 AV Technician IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $79,490.
California: $79,190.
Massachusetts: $78,190.

District of Columbia $79,490 California $79,190 Massachusetts $78,190 Washington $77,890 New Jersey $77,790 Alaska $77,690 Connecticut $76,790 New York $76,290

Hawaii $75,090 Rhode Island $74,490 Maryland $74,090 Minnesota $73,490 Colorado $73,290 Illinois $73,190 Oregon $72,890 Delaware $72,690

New Hampshire $72,590 Virginia $72,290 Pennsylvania $71,490 Nevada $71,090 North Dakota $70,890 Michigan $70,690 Wisconsin $70,690 Vermont $70,490

Texas $70,090 Arizona $69,990 Maine $69,990 Ohio $69,890 Georgia $69,290 Indiana $68,890 Wyoming $68,890 Utah $68,790

Iowa $68,690 Kansas $68,390 Louisiana $68,290 North Carolina $68,290 Missouri $68,190 Florida $67,990 Montana $67,790 Nebraska $67,690

Kentucky $67,590 South Carolina $67,290 Tennessee $67,090 Idaho $66,990 New Mexico $66,490 Oklahoma $66,390 Alabama $65,990 South Dakota $65,290

Arkansas $64,890 West Virginia $64,690 Mississippi $64,090

Top Paying Cities for AV Technician IIIs

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:

Lincoln: $72,390
Little Creek: $72,890
Magnolia: $72,790

Lincoln, DE $72,390 Little Creek, DE $72,890 Magnolia, DE $72,790 Milford, DE $72,590 Marydel, DE $72,690 Millsboro, DE $72,090 Millville, DE $72,190 Milton, DE $72,290

Nassau, DE $72,390 Ocean View, DE $72,190 Rehoboth Beach, DE $72,290 Seaford, DE $72,390 Selbyville, DE $72,090 Smyrna, DE $72,990 Viola, DE $72,590 Woodside, DE $72,790

Bear, DE $72,690 Newark, DE $72,590 Claymont, DE $72,790 Delaware City, DE $72,690 Hockessin, DE $72,590 Kirkwood, DE $72,690 Middletown, DE $72,690 Montchanin, DE $72,690

New Castle, DE $72,690 Odessa, DE $72,790 Port Penn, DE $72,790 Rockland, DE $72,690 Saint Georges, DE $72,690 Townsend, DE $72,790 Winterthur, DE $72,690 Lewes, DE $72,390

Wilmington, DE $72,590 Dover, DE $72,890 Dover Afb, DE $72,590 Bethany Beach, DE $72,090 Bethel, DE $72,190 Bridgeville, DE $72,390 Camden Wyoming, DE $72,690 Cheswold, DE $72,890

Clayton, DE $72,890 Dagsboro, DE $72,090 Delmar, DE $71,990 Ellendale, DE $72,190 Felton, DE $72,590 Fenwick Island, DE $72,090 Frankford, DE $71,990 Frederica, DE $72,690

Georgetown, DE $71,990 Greenwood, DE $72,390 Harbeson, DE $72,090 Harrington, DE $72,490 Hartly, DE $72,690 Houston, DE $72,390 Kenton, DE $72,890 Laurel, DE $71,990

Yorklyn, DE $72,690

AV Technician III Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

AV Technician III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $81,372. While startup companies pay approximate $68,839.

AV Technician III Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$68,839
Growth Stage	51~500	$72,805
Established	501~5000	$78,579
Enterprise	5000+	$81,372

AV Technician III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For AV Technician III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, AV Technician positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view AV Technician III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an AV Technician III

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$90,862	$44.0	25%
Financial Services	$87,228	$42.0	20%
Insurance	$83,594	$40.0	15%
Biotechnology	$79,959	$38.0	10%
Internet	$79,959	$38.0	10%

AV Technician III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an AV Technician III'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.

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$64,490

Average $72,690/year

$86,690

$5,374

Average $6,058/month

$7,224

$1,240

Average $1,398/week

$1,667

$31

Average $35/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,690	$7,224	$1,667	$42
Average	$72,690	$6,058	$1,398	$35
25th Percentile	$64,490	$5,374	$1,240	$31

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