What are the main factors that influence a Surveillance Technician's salary?

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

How does experience change A Surveillance Technician's salary?

A Surveillance Technician's salary grows with experience: a Surveillance Operator (0-1 years)earns $41,519, a Surveillance Technician (1-3 years)earns $47,168, a Surveillance Supervisor (3+ years)earns $54,970, a Surveillance Operations Manager (3-5 years)earns $78,189,

What are the highest paying states for a Surveillance Technician?

Surveillance Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Surveillance Technician roles are District of Columbia $51,569, California $51,373, Massachusetts $50,689. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Surveillance Technician roles make?

Salaries for Surveillance Technician level roles vary by specialization: Radiological Surveillance Technician III: $99,181; Radiological Surveillance Technician II: $82,667; Surveillance Manager: $79,534; Radiological Surveillance Technician I: $73,105; Surveillance Supervisor: $54,281.

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Surveillance Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Surveillance Technician make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Surveillance Technician in Delaware is $47,168 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $56,795
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,706 to $52,207
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,643

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Surveillance Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,207	$4,351	$1,004	$25
Average	$47,168	$3,931	$907	$23
25th Percentile	$42,706	$3,559	$821	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Surveillance Technician Salaries

A Surveillance 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 Surveillance Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Surveillance 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:

Surveillance Operator (0-1 years): $41,519
Surveillance Technician (1-3 years): $47,168
Surveillance Supervisor (3+ years): $54,970
Surveillance Operations Manager (3-5 years): $78,189

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Surveillance Operator	0-1 years	$41,519
Surveillance Technician	1-3 years	$47,168
Surveillance Supervisor	3+ years	$54,970
Surveillance Operations Manager	3-5 years	$78,189

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

District of Columbia: $51,569.
California: $51,373.
Massachusetts: $50,689.

District of Columbia $51,569 California $51,373 Massachusetts $50,689 Washington $50,502 New Jersey $50,484 Alaska $50,419 Connecticut $49,776 New York $49,515

Hawaii $48,681 Rhode Island $48,290 Maryland $48,025 Minnesota $47,661 Colorado $47,521 Illinois $47,475 Oregon $47,298 Delaware $47,168

New Hampshire $47,086 Virginia $46,902 Pennsylvania $46,366 Nevada $46,096 North Dakota $46,008 Michigan $45,868 Wisconsin $45,817 Vermont $45,714

Texas $45,430 Maine $45,412 Arizona $45,384 Ohio $45,351 Georgia $44,923 Indiana $44,708 Wyoming $44,666 Utah $44,601

Iowa $44,573 Kansas $44,350 Louisiana $44,284 North Carolina $44,261 Missouri $44,252 Florida $44,070 Montana $43,972 Nebraska $43,879

Kentucky $43,828 South Carolina $43,642 Tennessee $43,525 Idaho $43,479 New Mexico $43,139 Oklahoma $43,064 Alabama $42,789 South Dakota $42,328

Arkansas $42,077 West Virginia $41,942 Mississippi $41,536

Top Paying Cities for Surveillance 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: $46,955
Little Creek: $47,299
Magnolia: $47,231

Lincoln, DE $46,955 Little Creek, DE $47,299 Magnolia, DE $47,231 Milford, DE $47,074 Marydel, DE $47,152 Millsboro, DE $46,758 Millville, DE $46,830 Milton, DE $46,911

Nassau, DE $46,945 Ocean View, DE $46,822 Rehoboth Beach, DE $46,912 Seaford, DE $46,939 Selbyville, DE $46,745 Smyrna, DE $47,331 Viola, DE $47,113 Woodside, DE $47,240

Bear, DE $47,131 Newark, DE $47,113 Claymont, DE $47,210 Delaware City, DE $47,161 Hockessin, DE $47,109 Kirkwood, DE $47,152 Middletown, DE $47,170 Montchanin, DE $47,120

New Castle, DE $47,127 Odessa, DE $47,193 Port Penn, DE $47,225 Rockland, DE $47,125 Saint Georges, DE $47,155 Townsend, DE $47,228 Winterthur, DE $47,130 Lewes, DE $46,930

Wilmington, DE $47,112 Dover, DE $47,299 Dover Afb, DE $47,050 Bethany Beach, DE $46,773 Bethel, DE $46,821 Bridgeville, DE $46,932 Camden Wyoming, DE $47,166 Cheswold, DE $47,283

Clayton, DE $47,285 Dagsboro, DE $46,740 Delmar, DE $46,665 Ellendale, DE $46,807 Felton, DE $47,071 Fenwick Island, DE $46,751 Frankford, DE $46,669 Frederica, DE $47,117

Georgetown, DE $46,723 Greenwood, DE $46,939 Harbeson, DE $46,773 Harrington, DE $47,011 Hartly, DE $47,157 Houston, DE $46,944 Kenton, DE $47,287 Laurel, DE $46,695

Yorklyn, DE $47,123

Surveillance Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Surveillance 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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$42,706

Average $47,168/year

$52,207

$3,559

Average $3,931/month

$4,351

$821

Average $907/week

$1,004

$21

Average $23/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,207	$4,351	$1,004	$25
Average	$47,168	$3,931	$907	$23
25th Percentile	$42,706	$3,559	$821	$21

Surveillance Technician Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Surveillance Technician, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Surveillance Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $54,970 - a projected growth of 17% over your current level.

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