What are the main factors that influence an Electrical/Electronics Technician I's salary?

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

How does experience change An Electrical/Electronics Technician 's salary?

An Electrical/Electronics Technician 's salary grows with experience: an Electrical/Electronics Technician I (1-3 years)earns $59,626, an Electrical/Electronics Technician II (3-5 years)earns $67,078, an Electrical/Electronics Technician III (5-7 years)earns $74,290,

What are the highest paying states for an Electrical/Electronics Technician I?

Electrical/Electronics Technician I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Electrical/Electronics Technician I roles are District of Columbia $66,100, California $65,800, Massachusetts $64,900. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Electrical/Electronics Technician roles make?

Salaries for Electrical/Electronics Technician level roles vary by specialization: Pipeline Technician I: $71,025; Chemical Technician I: $56,013; Shop Service Technician I: $54,525; CAD Support Technician I: $52,683; Production Maintenance Technician I: $50,258.

How do different companies affect an Electrical/Electronics Technician I's salary?

Company size, industry, and compensation structure create significant salary variations for Electrical/Electronics Technician I roles. Large, established industry leaders like C R Bard Inc ($128,509) and Henry Schein Canada ($124,697) offer base salaries 35-40% above the national average. In contrast, smaller firms or startups may offer closer to $82,041.

Electrical/Electronics Technician I Salary in the United States

How much does an Electrical/Electronics Technician I make in the United States?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Electrical/Electronics Technician I in the United States is $59,700 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, an Electrical/Electronics Technician I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,882
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,100 to $66,600
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,091

10% $47,091

50% (Median) $59,700

90% $72,882

Electrical/Electronics Technician I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,600	$5,550	$1,281	$32
Average	$59,700	$4,975	$1,148	$29
25th Percentile	$53,100	$4,425	$1,021	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Electrical/Electronics Technician I Salaries

An Electrical/Electronics Technician I's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Electrical/Electronics Technician I 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 Electrical/Electronics Technician Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $66,100.
California: $65,800.
Massachusetts: $64,900.

District of Columbia $66,100

California $65,800

Massachusetts $64,900

Washington $64,700

New Jersey $64,700

Alaska $64,600

Connecticut $63,800

New York $63,400

Hawaii $62,400

Rhode Island $61,900

Maryland $61,500

Minnesota $61,100

Colorado $60,900

Illinois $60,800

Oregon $60,600

Delaware $60,400

New Hampshire $60,300

Virginia $60,100

Pennsylvania $59,400

Nevada $59,100

North Dakota $58,900

Michigan $58,800

Wisconsin $58,700

Vermont $58,600

Maine $58,200

Texas $58,200

Arizona $58,100

Ohio $58,100

Georgia $57,600

Indiana $57,300

Wyoming $57,200

Utah $57,100

Iowa $57,100

Kansas $56,800

Missouri $56,700

Louisiana $56,700

North Carolina $56,700

Florida $56,500

Montana $56,300

Nebraska $56,200

Kentucky $56,200

South Carolina $55,900

Tennessee $55,800

Idaho $55,700

New Mexico $55,300

Oklahoma $55,200

Alabama $54,800

South Dakota $54,200

Arkansas $53,900

West Virginia $53,700

Mississippi $53,200

Top Paying Cities for Electrical/Electronics Technician Is

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:

San Jose: $75,300
San Francisco: $74,400
Oakland: $72,900

San Jose, CA $75,300

San Francisco, CA $74,400

Oakland, CA $72,900

New York, NY $68,700

Paramus, NJ $67,900

Queens Village, NY $67,900

Passaic, NJ $67,800

Bergenfield, NJ $67,800

Stamford, CT $67,700

Huntington, NY $67,600

Newark, NJ $67,200

Bridgeport, CT $67,100

Vallejo, CA $67,000

New Brunswick, NJ $66,900

Petaluma, CA $66,900

Middlesex, NJ $66,800

Somerset, NJ $66,700

Santa Cruz, CA $66,700

Boston, MA $66,300

Monterey, CA $66,100

Seattle, WA $66,000

Santa Rosa, CA $65,900

Los Angeles, CA $65,900

Juneau, AK $65,800

Washington, DC $65,700

Orange, CA $65,500

Long Beach, CA $65,300

Anaheim, CA $65,300

Santa Ana, CA $65,300

Anchorage, AK $65,200

Santa Maria, CA $65,100

Everett, WA $65,000

Danbury, CT $64,800

Bremerton, WA $64,800

Sacramento, CA $64,500

Tacoma, WA $64,500

New Suffolk, NY $64,500

Santa Barbara, CA $64,500

Trenton, NJ $64,400

San Diego, CA $64,400

Brockton, MA $64,300

Fairbanks, AK $64,200

Lompoc, CA $64,000

Lowell, MA $64,000

Ventura, CA $64,000

Nashua, NH $64,000

Stockton, CA $64,000

Modesto, CA $63,500

Poughkeepsie, NY $63,400

Kennewick, WA $63,300

Olympia, WA $63,300

New Haven, CT $63,200

Lawrence, MA $63,000

Hartford, CT $63,000

Riverside, CA $63,000

New Bedford, MA $62,900

Richland, WA $62,900

San Bernardino, CA $62,800

New London, CT $62,800

Atlantic City, NJ $62,800

Bakersfield, CA $62,800

New Britain, CT $62,800

Norwich, CT $62,700

Portsmouth, NH $62,700

Boulder, CO $62,600

Portland, OR $62,500

Worcester, MA $62,500

Minneapolis, MN $62,300

Philadelphia, PA $62,300

Honolulu, HI $62,100

Saint Paul, MN $62,000

Vineland, NJ $62,000

Providence, RI $61,800

Chicago, IL $61,700

Bellingham, WA $61,600

Springfield, MA $61,500

Baltimore, MD $61,500

Chico, CA $61,400

Pittsfield, MA $61,200

Manchester, NH $61,100

Spokane, WA $60,800

Denver, CO $60,800

Albany, NY $60,600

Troy, NY $60,500

Nassau, NY $60,500

Schenectady, NY $60,400

Wilmington, DE $60,400

Burlington, VT $60,300

Salem, OR $60,300

Portland, ME $60,100

Yakima, WA $60,000

Rochester, MN $59,800

Reno, NV $59,800

Fresno, CA $59,800

Milwaukee, WI $59,700

Detroit, MI $59,700

Ann Arbor, MI $59,700

Allentown, PA $59,700

Colorado Springs, CO $59,600

Carson City, NV $59,500

Syracuse, NY $59,500

Houston, TX $59,400

Eugene, OR $59,400

Gary, IN $59,300

Springfield, OR $59,300

Bismarck, ND $59,300

Galveston, TX $59,200

Medford, OR $59,200

Austin, TX $59,100

Concord, NH $59,100

Fort Collins, CO $59,100

Mesa, AZ $59,000

Reading, PA $59,000

Phoenix, AZ $58,900

Dallas, TX $58,900

Saint Cloud, MN $58,900

Madison, WI $58,800

Utica, NY $58,600

Raleigh, NC $58,500

Des Moines, IA $58,500

Rochester, NY $58,500

Atlanta, GA $58,400

Battle Creek, MI $58,400

Salt Lake City, UT $58,400

Lancaster, PA $58,300

Harrisburg, PA $58,200

Kansas City, MO $58,200

Kansas City, KS $58,200

Champaign, IL $58,200

Cleveland, OH $58,100

Indianapolis, IN $58,100

Richmond, VA $58,100

Columbus, OH $58,100

Boca Raton, FL $58,100

Fort Worth, TX $58,100

Pittsburgh, PA $58,100

Las Vegas, NV $58,000

Cincinnati, OH $58,000

Petersburg, VA $57,900

Pueblo, CO $57,800

Lebanon, PA $57,800

Huntsville, AL $57,800

Lansing, MI $57,800

Appleton, WI $57,700

Buffalo, NY $57,700

Dayton, OH $57,700

Racine, WI $57,700

Charlotte, NC $57,700

Saint Louis, MO $57,700

Elkhart, IN $57,600

York, PA $57,600

Gastonia, NC $57,600

Billings, MT $57,600

Beaumont, TX $57,600

Lorain, OH $57,600

Benton Harbor, MI $57,600

Elyria, OH $57,500

Fargo, ND $57,500

Springfield, IL $57,500

Rock Hill, SC $57,500

Rockford, IL $57,500

Binghamton, NY $57,500

Toledo, OH $57,500

Flagstaff, AZ $57,400

Fort Lauderdale, FL $57,400

Duluth, MN $57,300

Miami, FL $57,300

Grand Forks, ND $57,300

Cheyenne, WY $57,300

Bangor, ME $57,200

Cedar Rapids, IA $57,100

Durham, NC $57,100

Louisville, KY $57,100

Grand Rapids, MI $57,100

Hialeah, FL $57,100

Casper, WY $57,000

Scranton, PA $56,900

New Orleans, LA $56,900

Virginia Beach, VA $56,900

Sarasota, FL $56,800

Peoria, IL $56,800

Akron, OH $56,800

Nashville, TN $56,700

Omaha, NE $56,700

Green Bay, WI $56,700

Baton Rouge, LA $56,700

Charleston, SC $56,700

Tampa, FL $56,600

Tucson, AZ $56,600

Saint Petersburg, FL $56,600

Davenport, IA $56,600

Jamestown, NY $56,600

Evansville, IN $56,500

Port Arthur, TX $56,500

Bradenton, FL $56,500

Santa Fe, NM $56,400

Orlando, FL $56,300

Clearwater, FL $56,300

High Point, NC $56,100

Ogden, UT $56,100

Newport News, VA $56,100

La Crosse, WI $56,100

Canton, OH $56,100

Albuquerque, NM $56,100

Corpus Christi, TX $56,000

Norfolk, VA $56,000

Laramie, WY $56,000

Rock Island, IL $55,900

Saginaw, MI $55,900

Jacksonville, FL $55,900

Salisbury, NC $55,900

Boise, ID $55,900

Moline, IL $55,900

Fort Myers, FL $55,900

Memphis, TN $55,800

Tulsa, OK $55,800

Waterloo, IA $55,800

Provo, UT $55,700

Fort Wayne, IN $55,700

Spartanburg, SC $55,700

Lincoln, NE $55,700

Cedar Falls, IA $55,600

San Antonio, TX $55,600

Greensboro, NC $55,500

South Bend, IN $55,500

Savannah, GA $55,500

Muskegon, MI $55,500

Winston Salem, NC $55,400

Birmingham, AL $55,400

Lake Charles, LA $55,300

Anderson, IN $55,300

Tuscaloosa, AL $55,200

Lexington, KY $55,200

Augusta, GA $55,200

Greenville, SC $55,200

Lima, OH $55,200

Wichita, KS $55,200

Springfield, OH $55,100

Columbia, SC $55,100

Asheville, NC $55,000

Bloomington, IN $55,000

Knoxville, TN $54,800

Shreveport, LA $54,800

Wilmington, NC $54,700

Roanoke, VA $54,700

Topeka, KS $54,600

Frankfort, KY $54,600

Melbourne, FL $54,500

Longview, TX $54,500

Chillicothe, OH $54,500

Oklahoma City, OK $54,500

Sioux Falls, SD $54,400

Mobile, AL $54,400

Terre Haute, IN $54,400

Altoona, PA $54,300

Amarillo, TX $54,300

Killeen, TX $54,300

Chattanooga, TN $54,200

Fayetteville, AR $54,200

Sioux City, IA $54,100

Idaho Falls, ID $54,100

Lynchburg, VA $54,100

Gainesville, FL $54,000

Portsmouth, OH $54,000

Little Rock, AR $54,000

Temple, TX $53,900

Pensacola, FL $53,900

Clarksville, TN $53,900

Daytona Beach, FL $53,900

Youngstown, OH $53,900

Lafayette, LA $53,900

Hopkinsville, KY $53,700

Erie, PA $53,700

Florence, SC $53,700

Charleston, WV $53,600

Great Falls, MT $53,600

Fayetteville, NC $53,500

Tallahassee, FL $53,500

Macon, GA $53,500

Waco, TX $53,400

Helena, MT $53,400

Pine Bluff, AR $53,400

Vincennes, IN $53,300

Lubbock, TX $53,300

Alamogordo, NM $53,200

Twin Falls, ID $53,200

Rapid City, SD $53,200

Greenville, MS $53,100

Jackson, MS $53,100

Huntington, WV $53,100

Parkersburg, WV $53,000

Montgomery, AL $53,000

Wichita Falls, TX $52,900

Springfield, MO $52,900

Biloxi, MS $52,900

Columbus, GA $52,800

Sumter, SC $52,800

Johnstown, PA $52,800

Monroe, LA $52,800

Pascagoula, MS $52,700

Abilene, TX $52,700

Kingsport, TN $52,500

Albany, GA $52,500

Gulfport, MS $52,500

Alexandria, LA $52,300

Fort Smith, AR $52,100

El Paso, TX $52,000

Las Cruces, NM $51,700

Harlingen, TX $51,600

Pocatello, ID $51,500

Florence, AL $51,500

Brownsville, TX $51,500

Mcallen, TX $51,300

Dothan, AL $51,200

Columbus, MS $50,900

Altus, OK $50,600

Lawton, OK $50,500

Pierre, SD $50,300

What Skills Can Increase an Electrical/Electronics Technician I's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

Troubleshooting (Mentioned in 9.64% Job Postings): Troubleshooting is a form of problem solving, often applied to repair failed products or processes on a machine or a system. It is a logical, systematic search for the source of a problem in order to solve it, and make the product or process operational again. Troubleshooting is needed to identify the symptoms. Determining the most likely cause is a process of elimination—eliminating potential causes of a problem. Finally, troubleshooting requires confirmation that the solution restores the product or process to its working state. In general, troubleshooting is the identification or diagnosis of "trouble" in the management flow of a system caused by a failure of some kind. The problem is initially described as symptoms of malfunction, and troubleshooting is the process of determining and remedying the causes of these symptoms. A system can be described in terms of its expected, desired or intended behavior (usually, for artificial systems, its purpose). Events or inputs to the system are expected to generate specific results or outputs. (For example, selecting the "print" option from various computer applications is intended to result in a hardcopy emerging from some specific device). Any unexpected or undesirable behavior is a symptom. Troubleshooting is the process of isolating the specific cause or causes of the symptom. Frequently the symptom is a failure of the product or process to produce any results. (Nothing was printed, for example). Corrective action can then be taken to prevent further failures of a similar kind.
Hydraulics (Mentioned in 2.72% Job Postings): Hydraulics is a technology and applied science using engineering, chemistry, and other sciences involving the mechanical properties and use of liquids.
Preventive Maintenance (Mentioned in 2.08% Job Postings): Preventive maintenance is the act of performing regularly scheduled maintenance activities to help prevent unexpected failures in the future. Put simply, it's about fixing things before they break.

Skills	Demand Percentage
Troubleshooting	9.64%
Hydraulics	2.72%
Preventive Maintenance	2.08%

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What skills can make your compensation higher?

Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Electrical/Electronics Technician I's salary.

Empathy: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Initiative: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Building Relationships: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.

Skill	Salary	Salary % Increase
Empathy	$63,282	6%
Initiative	$62,088	4%
Building Relationships	$62,088	4%

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Electrical/Electronics Technician I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Electrical/Electronics Technician I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $66,717. While startup companies pay approximate $56,436.

Electrical/Electronics Technician I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$56,436
Growth Stage	51~500	$59,687
Established	501~5000	$64,424
Enterprise	5000+	$66,717

Electrical/Electronics Technician I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Electrical/Electronics Technician I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 117% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 60% above the average. In contrast, Electrical/Electronics Technician positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Electrical/Electronics Technician I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Electrical/Electronics Technician I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$95,520	$46.0	60%
Pharmaceuticals	$89,550	$43.0	50%
Software & Networking	$83,580	$40.0	40%
Financial Services	$77,610	$37.0	30%
Internet	$74,625	$36.0	25%

How Education impacts an Electrical/Electronics Technician I's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Electrical/Electronics Technician Is enter the field with a No Diploma degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Electrical/Electronics Technician I with a No Diploma is between $52,000 and $56,952).

Electrical/Electronics Technician I Salaries by Degree Level

$63,300
$61,700
$60,100
$58,500
$56,900
$55,300
$53,700
$52,000

Typical Education for Electrical/Electronics Technician I
Degree Level	% of user with this level of education
No Diploma	0.3%
High School	30.9%
Associates	55.0%
Bachelors	13.1%
Masters	0.6%
Doctorate	0.0%

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Electrical/Electronics Technician I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Electrical/Electronics Technician I'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.

$53,100

Average $59,700/year

$66,600

$4,425

Average $4,975/month

$5,550

$1,021

Average $1,148/week

$1,281

$26

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,600	$5,550	$1,281	$32
Average	$59,700	$4,975	$1,148	$29
25th Percentile	$53,100	$4,425	$1,021	$26

Electrical/Electronics Technician I Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Electrical/Electronics Technician I, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Electrical/Electronics Technician I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Electrical/Electronics Technician II	$67,100	12%
EE Support Technician III	$68,000	14%

Salary Trends for Electrical/Electronics Technician I

Salaries for an Electrical/Electronics Technician I can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $71,524 in 2023 to around $70,979 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Electrical/Electronics Technician I salary trends, .

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2024	$72,002
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Most common benefits for Electrical/Electronics Technician I

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Common company salaries for Electrical/Electronics Technician I

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C $128,509/per year

C R Bard Inc Biotechnology the United States

H $124,697/per year

Henry Schein Canada Biotechnology the United States

N $123,899/per year

Nordex Inc Biotechnology the United States

N $120,416/per year

Nipro Corp Biotechnology the United States

E $115,870/per year

Enovis Biotechnology the United States

A $114,553/per year

Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy Biotechnology the United States

M $112,110/per year

MiniMed Inc Biotechnology the United States

L $111,500/per year

Labcorp Drug Development Biotechnology the United States

L $110,229/per year

Life Technologies Corp Biotechnology the United States

Z $106,224/per year

Zimmer Biomet Biotechnology the United States

P $103,077/per year

Promontory Therapeutics Biotechnology the United States

S $102,181/per year

Steris PLC Biotechnology the United States

G $97,274/per year

Gavin Conferences Pty Ltd Biotechnology the United States

E $94,764/per year

Endeavor BioMedicines Biotechnology the United States

R $94,402/per year

Replay Holdings LLC Biotechnology the United States

P $94,235/per year

Pleno Inc Biotechnology the United States

S $93,666/per year

Simulaids Inc Biotechnology the United States

N $88,880/per year

NOIRLab/CAS Biotechnology the United States

O $86,468/per year

Onward Technology Biotechnology the United States

L $84,895/per year

LED Medical Diagnostics Inc Biotechnology the United States

E $84,682/per year

Eyeco Ltd Biotechnology the United States

P $84,523/per year

Paerosol Biotechnology the United States

I $83,525/per year

IONIQ Sciences Inc Biotechnology the United States

S $82,815/per year

Stateside PPE Biotechnology the United States

D $82,041/per year

Digi Bio Biotechnology the United States

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FAQ about Electrical/Electronics Technician I

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Electrical/Electronics Technician I?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Electrical/Electronics Technician I roles, with salaries approximately 60% above the market median.

2. Do electricians make good money in USA?

Electricians in the USA earn competitive salaries, largely due to high demand for their skills. For Electrical/Electronics Technicians, salaries range from a minimum of $52,700 to a maximum of $69,200, with a median salary of $60,700. This positions them favorably compared to many other skilled trades and occupations.

3. Are electronics technicians in demand?

Yes, electronics technicians are in demand. Employment for electrical and electronic engineering technologists and technicians is projected to grow by 3% from 2023 to 2033, which is about average for all occupations. The salary range for this role typically falls between $52,700 and $69,200, with a median salary of $60,700.

4. What is the highest paid technician?

The highest paid technician roles often include positions like Lab Engineer, with salaries ranging from $76,500 to $125,000 per year. In comparison, Electrical/Electronics Technicians earn between $52,700 and $69,200 annually, with a mid-salary of $60,700. While they are well-compensated, other engineering technician roles can offer significantly higher salaries.

5. What is the average salary of an electrical technician in the US?

The average salary of an Electrical/Electronics Technician in the US ranges from a minimum of $52,700 to a maximum of $69,200, with a mid-salary of $60,700. This reflects a more accurate representation of the current salary landscape for this profession.

6. Do technicians make more than electricians?

Technicians generally earn more than electricians. The salary data for Electrical/Electronics Technicians shows a minimum salary of $52,700, a mid-range salary of $60,700, and a maximum salary of $69,200. In comparison, electricians have a national average salary of approximately $51,439. Thus, technicians tend to have higher earning potential.

7. Is there a shortage of electronic technicians?

Yes, there is a significant shortage of electronic technicians. Currently, only about 1,000 new technicians enter the semiconductor field each year, while demand is projected to reach 75,000 by 2029. This shortage could lead to a combined deficit of 59,000 to 146,000 workers by the end of the decade. Salaries for electrical/electronics technicians range from $52,700 to $69,200, reflecting the high demand for skilled professionals.

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