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Technician, Entry - Electric/Electronic Salary in Washington

How much does a Technician, Entry - Electric/Electronic make in Washington?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Technician, Entry - Electric/Electronic in Washington is $64,660 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

However, a Technician, Entry - Electric/Electronic's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $78,988
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,570 to $72,160
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,115
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Technician, Entry - Electric/Electronic Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $72,160 $6,013 $1,388 $35
Average $64,660 $5,388 $1,243 $31
25th Percentile $57,570 $4,798 $1,107 $28
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Key Factors That Influence Technician, Entry - Electric/Electronic Salaries

A Technician, Entry - Electric/Electronic'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 Technician, Entry - Electric/Electronic Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Technician, Entry - Electric/Electronic'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:

  • Technician, Entry - Electric/Electronic (1-3 years): $64,652
  • Electrical/Electronics Technician II (3-5 years): $72,734
  • Electrical/Electronics Technician III (5-7 years): $80,550
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Technician, Entry - Electric/Electronic1-3 years$64,652
Electrical/Electronics Technician II3-5 years$72,734
Electrical/Electronics Technician III5-7 years$80,550
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Top Paying Cities for Technician, Entry - Electric/Electronics

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:

  • Auburn: $64,580
  • Federal Way: $64,550
  • Bellevue: $65,880

Technician, Entry - Electric/Electronic Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Technician, Entry - Electric/Electronic salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $72,383. While startup companies pay approximate $61,234.

Technician, Entry - Electric/Electronic Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$61,234
Growth Stage51~500$64,763
Established501~5000$69,899
Enterprise5000+$72,383

Technician, Entry - Electric/Electronic Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Technician, Entry - Electric/Electronic 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, Technician, Entry - Electric/Electronic positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Technician, Entry - Electric/Electronic as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Technician, Entry - Electric/Electronic

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$103,456$50.060%
Pharmaceuticals$96,990$47.050%
Software & Networking$90,524$44.040%
Financial Services$84,058$40.030%
Internet$80,825$39.025%

Technician, Entry - Electric/Electronic Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Technician, Entry - Electric/Electronic'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Technician, Entry - Electric/Electronic Salary Growth & Career Path

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Technician, Entry - Electric/Electronic, 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.

Technician, Entry - Electric/Electronic Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role Estimate Salary Projected Raise
Electrical/Electronics Technician II $72,800 13%
EE Support Technician III $73,700 14%

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    Tacoma, WA

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    Vancouver, WA

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    Renton, WA

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