What are the main factors that influence an Equipment Testing Technician'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 Equipment Testing Technician?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Equipment Testing Technician roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change An Equipment Testing Technician's salary?

An Equipment Testing Technician's salary grows with experience: an Equipment Testing Technician (1-3 years)earns $59,247, an Equipment Testing Senior Technician (3-5 years)earns $70,322, a Production Test Engineering Supervisor (5+ years)earns $82,408,

What are the highest paying states for an Equipment Testing Technician?

Equipment Testing Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Equipment Testing Technician roles are District of Columbia $64,800, California $64,600, Massachusetts $63,700. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Equipment Testing Technician roles make?

Salaries for Equipment Testing Technician level roles vary by specialization: Biomedical Equipment Maintenance Technician: $90,410; Biomedical Equipment Services Technician: $90,402; Non-Destructive Testing Technician IV: $89,390; Wafer Process Testing Technician III: $71,020; Equipment Testing Senior Technician: $69,500.

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Equipment Testing Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does an Equipment Testing Technician make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Equipment Testing Technician in Delaware is $59,300 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,043
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,600 to $64,400
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,679

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Equipment Testing Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,400	$5,367	$1,238	$31
Average	$59,300	$4,942	$1,140	$29
25th Percentile	$50,600	$4,217	$973	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Equipment Testing Technician Salaries

An Equipment Testing Technician'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 Equipment Testing Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Equipment Testing Technician'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:

Equipment Testing Technician (1-3 years): $59,247
Equipment Testing Senior Technician (3-5 years): $70,322
Production Test Engineering Supervisor (5+ years): $82,408

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Equipment Testing Technician	1-3 years	$59,247
Equipment Testing Senior Technician	3-5 years	$70,322
Production Test Engineering Supervisor	5+ years	$82,408

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How Do Equipment Testing Technician 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 Equipment Testing Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $64,800.
California: $64,600.
Massachusetts: $63,700.

District of Columbia $64,800 California $64,600 Massachusetts $63,700 Washington $63,500 New Jersey $63,500 Alaska $63,400 Connecticut $62,600 New York $62,200

Hawaii $61,200 Rhode Island $60,700 Maryland $60,400 Minnesota $59,900 Illinois $59,700 Colorado $59,700 Oregon $59,500 Delaware $59,300

New Hampshire $59,200 Virginia $59,000 Pennsylvania $58,300 Nevada $58,000 North Dakota $57,800 Michigan $57,700 Wisconsin $57,600 Vermont $57,500

Arizona $57,100 Maine $57,100 Texas $57,100 Ohio $57,000 Georgia $56,500 Indiana $56,200 Wyoming $56,200 Utah $56,100

Iowa $56,000 Kansas $55,800 Louisiana $55,700 North Carolina $55,600 Missouri $55,600 Florida $55,400 Montana $55,300 Nebraska $55,200

Kentucky $55,100 South Carolina $54,900 Tennessee $54,700 Idaho $54,700 New Mexico $54,200 Oklahoma $54,100 Alabama $53,800 South Dakota $53,200

Arkansas $52,900 West Virginia $52,700 Mississippi $52,200

Top Paying Cities for Equipment Testing Technicians

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: $59,000
Little Creek: $59,500
Magnolia: $59,400

Lincoln, DE $59,000 Little Creek, DE $59,500 Magnolia, DE $59,400 Milford, DE $59,200 Marydel, DE $59,300 Millsboro, DE $58,800 Millville, DE $58,900 Milton, DE $59,000

Nassau, DE $59,000 Ocean View, DE $58,900 Rehoboth Beach, DE $59,000 Seaford, DE $59,000 Selbyville, DE $58,800 Smyrna, DE $59,500 Viola, DE $59,200 Woodside, DE $59,400

Bear, DE $59,300 Newark, DE $59,200 Claymont, DE $59,400 Delaware City, DE $59,300 Hockessin, DE $59,200 Kirkwood, DE $59,300 Middletown, DE $59,300 Montchanin, DE $59,200

New Castle, DE $59,200 Odessa, DE $59,300 Port Penn, DE $59,400 Rockland, DE $59,200 Saint Georges, DE $59,300 Townsend, DE $59,400 Winterthur, DE $59,300 Lewes, DE $59,000

Wilmington, DE $59,200 Dover, DE $59,500 Dover Afb, DE $59,100 Bethany Beach, DE $58,800 Bethel, DE $58,900 Bridgeville, DE $59,000 Camden Wyoming, DE $59,300 Cheswold, DE $59,400

Clayton, DE $59,400 Dagsboro, DE $58,800 Delmar, DE $58,700 Ellendale, DE $58,800 Felton, DE $59,200 Fenwick Island, DE $58,800 Frankford, DE $58,700 Frederica, DE $59,200

Georgetown, DE $58,700 Greenwood, DE $59,000 Harbeson, DE $58,800 Harrington, DE $59,100 Hartly, DE $59,300 Houston, DE $59,000 Kenton, DE $59,400 Laurel, DE $58,700

Yorklyn, DE $59,200

Equipment Testing Technician Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Equipment Testing Technician salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $66,327. While startup companies pay approximate $56,092.

Equipment Testing Technician Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$56,092
Growth Stage	51~500	$59,327
Established	501~5000	$64,051
Enterprise	5000+	$66,327

Equipment Testing Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Equipment Testing Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 118% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Equipment Testing Technician positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Equipment Testing Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Equipment Testing Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$83,020	$40.0	40%
Pharmaceuticals	$80,055	$38.0	35%
Financial Services	$77,090	$37.0	30%
Internet	$74,125	$36.0	25%
Biotechnology	$71,160	$34.0	20%

Equipment Testing Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Equipment Testing Technician'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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$50,600

Average $59,300/year

$64,400

$4,217

Average $4,942/month

$5,367

$973

Average $1,140/week

$1,238

$24

Average $29/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,400	$5,367	$1,238	$31
Average	$59,300	$4,942	$1,140	$29
25th Percentile	$50,600	$4,217	$973	$24

Equipment Testing Technician Salary Growth & Career Path

Equipment Testing Technician

NDT Technician III

Equipment Testing Senior Technician

NDT Technician IV

Production Test Engineering Supervisor

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Equipment Testing Technician, 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.

Equipment Testing Technician Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
NDT Technician III	$75,600	27%
Equipment Testing Senior Technician	$70,400	19%

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