Telecommunications Installation Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Telecommunications Installation Manager make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Telecommunications Installation Manager in the United States is $103,026 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

However, a Telecommunications Installation Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $127,380
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $91,206 to $115,774
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $80,445
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Telecommunications Installation Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $115,774 $9,648 $2,226 $56
Average $103,026 $8,586 $1,981 $50
25th Percentile $91,206 $7,601 $1,754 $44
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Key Factors That Influence Telecommunications Installation Manager Salaries

A Telecommunications Installation Manager'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Telecommunications Installation Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Telecommunications Installation Manager'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $98,616
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $99,145
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $100,380
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $101,791
  • Expert (over 8 years): $104,358
Levels Salary
Entry Level Telecommunications Installation Manager$98,616
Intermediate Level Telecommunications Installation Manager$99,145
Senior Level Telecommunications Installation Manager$100,380
Specialist Level Telecommunications Installation Manager$101,791
Expert Level Telecommunications Installation Manager$104,358
$98,616 0 yr
$99,145 < 2 yrs
$100,380 2-4 yrs
$101,791 5-8 yrs
$104,358 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

Top Paying Cities for Telecommunications Installation Managers

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: $129,947
  • San Francisco: $128,669
  • Oakland: $125,815

What Skills Can Increase a Telecommunications Installation Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 9.42% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Food Safety (Mentioned in 2.17% Job Postings): Applying procedures during food preparation, processing, storage, and distribution to ensure consumers are safe from foodborne illnesses.
  • Hydraulics (Mentioned in 1.45% Job Postings): Hydraulics is a technology and applied science using engineering, chemistry, and other sciences involving the mechanical properties and use of liquids.
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Leadership 9.42%
Food Safety 2.17%
Hydraulics 1.45%
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 a Telecommunications Installation Manager's salary.
  • Soldering: Can increase your salary by up to 19%.
  • System Design: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Soldering
 $122,601
19%
System Design
 $115,389
12%
Analysis
 $114,359
11%
Resilience
 $113,329
10%
Innovation
 $112,298
9%
Team Management
 $112,298
9%
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How Education impacts a Telecommunications Installation Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Telecommunications Installation Managers enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Telecommunications Installation Manager with a Associate's Degree is between $104,822 and $115,552).

Telecommunications Installation Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Telecommunications Installation Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.3%
High School 50.4%
Associates 22.1%
Bachelors 22.9%
Masters 2.3%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Telecommunications Installation Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Telecommunications Installation Manager'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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$91,206
Average $103,026/year
$115,774
$7,601
Average $8,586/month
$9,648
$1,754
Average $1,981/week
$2,226
$44
Average $50/hour
$56
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $115,774 $9,648 $2,226 $56
Average $103,026 $8,586 $1,981 $50
25th Percentile $91,206 $7,601 $1,754 $44

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Salary Trends for Telecommunications Installation Manager

Salaries for a Telecommunications Installation Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $113,515 in 2023 to around $112,185 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Telecommunications Installation Manager salary trends, .

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FAQ about Telecommunications Installation Manager

1. Where can a Telecommunications Installation Manager earn the most?

A Telecommunications Installation Manager's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Telecommunications Installation Manager earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Telecommunications Installation Manager is $129,947.

2. What is the highest pay for Telecommunications Installation Manager?

The highest pay for Telecommunications Installation Manager is $127,380.

3. What is the lowest pay for Telecommunications Installation Manager?

The lowest pay for Telecommunications Installation Manager is $80,445.

4. What are the responsibilities of Telecommunications Installation Manager?

Manages the installation, maintenance, splicing, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing of switches, cables, and other telecommunications equipment in the field to ensure optimum network usage and quality. Ensures compliance with customer specifications and company requirements. Ensures all functions are completed on time and within budget. Coordinates the scheduling of installation and maintenance services. Provides and evaluates training for installation and maintenance technicians. May require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes.

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