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

A Testing Technician's salary grows with experience: a Testing Technician (1-3 years)earns $61,138, a Testing Technician, Sr. (3-5 years)earns $72,552, a Production Test Supervisor (5+ years)earns $85,002,

What are the highest paying states for a Testing Technician?

Testing Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Testing Technician roles are District of Columbia $64,765, California $64,519, Massachusetts $63,659. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Testing Technician roles make?

Salaries for Testing Technician level roles vary by specialization: COVID Testing Technician: $69,557; Equipment Testing Senior Technician: $69,500; Testing Technician, Sr.: $69,414; Materials Testing Technician: $67,801; Production Technician, Testing: $60,352.

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Testing Technician Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Testing Technician make in Hawaii?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Testing Technician in Hawaii is $61,138 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,312
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,105 to $66,463
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,882

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Testing Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,463	$5,539	$1,278	$32
Average	$61,138	$5,095	$1,176	$29
25th Percentile	$52,105	$4,342	$1,002	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Testing Technician Salaries

A 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.

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Testing Technician	1-3 years	$61,138
Testing Technician, Sr.	3-5 years	$72,552
Production Test Supervisor	5+ years	$85,002

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

District of Columbia: $64,765.
California: $64,519.
Massachusetts: $63,659.

District of Columbia $64,765 California $64,519 Massachusetts $63,659 Washington $63,425 New Jersey $63,402 Alaska $63,320 Connecticut $62,513 New York $62,185

Hawaii $61,138 Rhode Island $60,647 Maryland $60,313 Minnesota $59,857 Colorado $59,681 Illinois $59,623 Oregon $59,401 Delaware $59,237

New Hampshire $59,134 Virginia $58,903 Pennsylvania $58,231 Nevada $57,892 North Dakota $57,780 Michigan $57,605 Wisconsin $57,541 Vermont $57,412

Texas $57,055 Maine $57,032 Arizona $56,997 Ohio $56,956 Georgia $56,417 Indiana $56,148 Wyoming $56,096 Utah $56,014

Iowa $55,979 Kansas $55,698 Louisiana $55,616 North Carolina $55,587 Missouri $55,575 Florida $55,347 Montana $55,224 Nebraska $55,107

Kentucky $55,043 South Carolina $54,809 Tennessee $54,663 Idaho $54,604 New Mexico $54,177 Oklahoma $54,084 Alabama $53,738 South Dakota $53,159

Arkansas $52,843 West Virginia $52,674 Mississippi $52,165

Top Paying Cities for 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:

Aiea: $60,828
Anahola: $60,418
Captain Cook: $60,418

Aiea, HI $60,828 Anahola, HI $60,418 Captain Cook, HI $60,418 Eleele, HI $60,418 Ewa Beach, HI $60,828 Kapolei, HI $60,693 Haiku, HI $60,418 Hakalau, HI $60,418

Haleiwa, HI $60,418 Hana, HI $60,418 Hanalei, HI $60,418 Hanamaulu, HI $60,418 Hanapepe, HI $60,418 Hauula, HI $60,553 Hawaii National Park, HI $60,418 Hawi, HI $60,418

Hilo, HI $60,418 Princeville, HI $60,418 Holualoa, HI $60,418 Honaunau, HI $60,418 Honokaa, HI $60,418 Honomu, HI $60,418 Hoolehua, HI $60,418 Kaaawa, HI $60,664

Kahuku, HI $60,418 Kahului, HI $60,418 Kailua, HI $60,828 Ocean View, HI $60,418 Waikoloa, HI $60,418 Keauhou, HI $60,418 Kailua Kona, HI $60,418 Kalaheo, HI $60,418

Kalaupapa, HI $60,418 Kamuela, HI $60,418 Kaneohe, HI $60,828 Kapaa, HI $60,418 Kaumakani, HI $60,418 Kaunakakai, HI $60,418 Keaau, HI $60,418 Kealakekua, HI $60,418

Kealia, HI $60,418 Kekaha, HI $60,418 Kihei, HI $60,418 Kilauea, HI $60,418 Kapaau, HI $60,418 Koloa, HI $60,418 Kualapuu, HI $60,418 Kunia, HI $60,635

Kurtistown, HI $60,418 Lahaina, HI $60,418 Laie, HI $60,471 Lanai City, HI $60,418 Laupahoehoe, HI $60,418 Lawai, HI $60,418 Lihue, HI $60,418 Makawao, HI $60,418

Makaweli, HI $60,418 Maunaloa, HI $60,418 Mountain View, HI $60,418 Naalehu, HI $60,418 Ninole, HI $60,418 Ookala, HI $60,418 Paauilo, HI $60,418 Pahala, HI $60,418

Pahoa, HI $60,418 Paia, HI $60,418 Papaaloa, HI $60,418 Papaikou, HI $60,418 Pearl City, HI $60,828 Pepeekeo, HI $60,418 Puunene, HI $60,418 Volcano, HI $60,418

Wahiawa, HI $60,635 Pukalani, HI $60,418 Mililani, HI $60,717 Kula, HI $60,418 Waialua, HI $60,418 Waianae, HI $60,471 Wailuku, HI $60,418 Waimanalo, HI $60,828

Waimea, HI $60,418 Waipahu, HI $60,799 Honolulu, HI $60,828 J B P H H, HI $60,828 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $60,664 Schofield Barracks, HI $60,611 Fort Shafter, HI $60,828 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $60,828

Camp H M Smith, HI $60,828 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $60,799 Wake Island, HI $60,828

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

Understanding how a 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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$52,105

Average $61,138/year

$66,463

$4,342

Average $5,095/month

$5,539

$1,002

Average $1,176/week

$1,278

$25

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,463	$5,539	$1,278	$32
Average	$61,138	$5,095	$1,176	$29
25th Percentile	$52,105	$4,342	$1,002	$25

Testing Technician Salary Growth & Career Path

Testing Technician

Non-Destructive Test Technician III

Testing Technician, Sr.

Non-Destructive Test Technician IV

Production Test Supervisor

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

Testing Technician Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Non-Destructive Test Technician III	$77,909	27%
Testing Technician, Sr.	$72,552	19%

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