What are the main factors that influence a Telecommunications Engineering Technician I'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 Telecommunications Engineering Technician I?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Telecommunications Engineering Technician I roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Telecommunications Engineering Technician 's salary?

A Telecommunications Engineering Technician 's salary grows with experience: a Telecommunications Engineering Technician I (0-1 years)earns $60,186, a Telecommunications Engineering Technician II (1-3 years)earns $73,620, a Telecommunications Engineering Technician III (3-5 years)earns $85,946,

What are the highest paying states for a Telecommunications Engineering Technician I?

Telecommunications Engineering Technician I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Telecommunications Engineering Technician I roles are District of Columbia $64,273, California $64,029, Massachusetts $63,176. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Telecommunications Engineering Technician roles make?

Salaries for Telecommunications Engineering Technician level roles vary by specialization: Telecommunications Engineering Technician III: $82,895; Technician I, Engineering: $78,844; Intermediate Telecommunications Engineering Technician: $71,100; Technician, Experienced - Telecommunications Engineering: $71,010; Telecommunications Engineering Technician II: $71,007.

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Telecommunications Engineering Technician I Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Telecommunications Engineering Technician I make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Telecommunications Engineering Technician I in Rhode Island is $60,186 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,625
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,902 to $65,127
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,090

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Telecommunications Engineering Technician I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,127	$5,427	$1,252	$31
Average	$60,186	$5,016	$1,157	$29
25th Percentile	$54,902	$4,575	$1,056	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Telecommunications Engineering Technician I Salaries

A Telecommunications Engineering Technician I'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 Telecommunications Engineering Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Telecommunications Engineering Technician I'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:

Telecommunications Engineering Technician I (0-1 years): $60,186
Telecommunications Engineering Technician II (1-3 years): $73,620
Telecommunications Engineering Technician III (3-5 years): $85,946

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Telecommunications Engineering Technician I	0-1 years	$60,186
Telecommunications Engineering Technician II	1-3 years	$73,620
Telecommunications Engineering Technician III	3-5 years	$85,946

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How Do Telecommunications Engineering 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 Telecommunications Engineering Technician Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $64,273.
California: $64,029.
Massachusetts: $63,176.

District of Columbia $64,273 California $64,029 Massachusetts $63,176 Washington $62,944 New Jersey $62,920 Alaska $62,839 Connecticut $62,038 New York $61,713

Hawaii $60,674 Rhode Island $60,186 Maryland $59,855 Minnesota $59,403 Colorado $59,228 Illinois $59,170 Oregon $58,950 Delaware $58,787

New Hampshire $58,685 Virginia $58,456 Pennsylvania $57,789 Nevada $57,452 North Dakota $57,342 Michigan $57,168 Wisconsin $57,104 Vermont $56,976

Texas $56,622 Maine $56,599 Arizona $56,564 Ohio $56,523 Georgia $55,989 Indiana $55,722 Wyoming $55,670 Utah $55,589

Iowa $55,554 Kansas $55,275 Louisiana $55,194 North Carolina $55,165 Missouri $55,153 Florida $54,927 Montana $54,805 Nebraska $54,689

Kentucky $54,625 South Carolina $54,393 Tennessee $54,248 Idaho $54,190 New Mexico $53,766 Oklahoma $53,673 Alabama $53,331 South Dakota $52,756

Arkansas $52,442 West Virginia $52,274 Mississippi $51,769

Top Paying Cities for Telecommunications Engineering 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:

Adamsville: $60,939
Albion: $60,424
Ashaway: $60,823

Adamsville, RI $60,939 Albion, RI $60,424 Ashaway, RI $60,823 Barrington, RI $60,265 Block Island, RI $60,600 Bradford, RI $60,786 Bristol, RI $60,497 Carolina, RI $60,686

Charlestown, RI $60,708 Chepachet, RI $60,587 Clayville, RI $60,418 Coventry, RI $60,421 West Greenwich, RI $60,588 East Greenwich, RI $60,381 Exeter, RI $60,571 Fiskeville, RI $60,263

Forestdale, RI $60,728 Foster, RI $60,555 Glendale, RI $60,732 Greene, RI $60,635 Greenville, RI $60,287 Harmony, RI $60,364 Harrisville, RI $60,706 Hope, RI $60,301

Hope Valley, RI $60,770 Hopkinton, RI $60,850 Jamestown, RI $60,647 Kenyon, RI $60,679 Little Compton, RI $60,929 Manville, RI $60,503 Mapleville, RI $60,599 Newport, RI $60,708

Middletown, RI $60,734 North Kingstown, RI $60,485 North Scituate, RI $60,365 Oakland, RI $60,665 Pascoag, RI $60,746 Pawtucket, RI $60,175 Central Falls, RI $60,201 Cumberland, RI $60,543

Lincoln, RI $60,262 Portsmouth, RI $60,701 Prudence Island, RI $60,576 Rockville, RI $60,840 Saunderstown, RI $60,610 Shannock, RI $60,682 Slatersville, RI $60,728 Slocum, RI $60,608

Tiverton, RI $60,886 Wakefield, RI $60,662 Kingston, RI $60,638 Narragansett, RI $60,679 Peace Dale, RI $60,654 Warren, RI $60,420 Warwick, RI $60,252 Westerly, RI $60,838

West Kingston, RI $60,658 West Warwick, RI $60,326 Wood River Junction, RI $60,744 Woonsocket, RI $60,731 North Smithfield, RI $60,593 Wyoming, RI $60,682 Providence, RI $60,157 Cranston, RI $60,165

North Providence, RI $60,172 East Providence, RI $60,161 Riverside, RI $60,180 Rumford, RI $60,172 Smithfield, RI $60,294 Johnston, RI $60,193

Telecommunications Engineering Technician I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Telecommunications Engineering Technician I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $67,318. While startup companies pay approximate $56,931.

Telecommunications Engineering Technician I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$56,931
Growth Stage	51~500	$60,213
Established	501~5000	$65,008
Enterprise	5000+	$67,318

Telecommunications Engineering Technician I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Telecommunications Engineering Technician I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Healthcare sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Telecommunications Engineering Technician positions in Hospitality & Leisure or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Telecommunications Engineering Technician I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Telecommunications Engineering Technician I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$78,242	$38.0	30%
Healthcare	$72,223	$35.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$69,214	$33.0	15%
Pharmaceuticals	$69,214	$33.0	15%
Biotechnology	$66,205	$32.0	10%

Telecommunications Engineering Technician I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Telecommunications Engineering 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.

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$54,902

Average $60,186/year

$65,127

$4,575

Average $5,016/month

$5,427

$1,056

Average $1,157/week

$1,252

$26

Average $29/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,127	$5,427	$1,252	$31
Average	$60,186	$5,016	$1,157	$29
25th Percentile	$54,902	$4,575	$1,056	$26

Telecommunications Engineering Technician I Salary Growth & Career Path

Telecommunications Engineering Technician I

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Telecommunications Engineering 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.

Telecommunications Engineering Technician I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Aircraft Support Engineering Manager	$132,194	120%
Aerospace Maintenance Engineering Manager	$133,000	121%
Engineering Aide II	$61,451	2%
Software Support Manager	$131,966	119%

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