As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Echo Tech in the United States is $69,309 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.
However, an Echo Tech's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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An Echo Tech'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.
Experience is a primary driver of an Echo Tech'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Echo Tech | $68,751 |
| Intermediate Level Echo Tech | $68,910 |
| Senior Level Echo Tech | $70,823 |
| Specialist Level Echo Tech | $72,597 |
| Expert Level Echo Tech | $72,724 |
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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 Echo Teches. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Demanded Skills for the Role:
| Skills | Demand Percentage |
|---|---|
| Commitment | 2.43% |
| Basic Life Support | 2.02% |
| Quality Assurance | 1.3% |
| Skill | Salary | Salary % Increase |
|---|---|---|
|
Stress Testing
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$85,251 |
23%
|
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Physiology
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$84,557 |
22%
|
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Collaboration
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$83,864 |
21%
|
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Quality Improvement
|
$83,171 |
20%
|
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Diagnostic Testing
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$81,092 |
17%
|
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Quality Assurance
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$81,092 |
17%
|
For Echo Tech roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Echo Tech positions in Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Echo Tech as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit | $83,171 | $40.0 | 20% |
Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Echo Teches 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 an Echo Tech with a Associate's Degree is between $81,825 and $86,658).
Echo Tech Salaries by Degree Level
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| No Diploma | 0.6% |
| High School | 35.3% |
| Associates | 37.4% |
| Bachelors | 23.4% |
| Masters | 3.0% |
| Doctorate | 0.3% |
Understanding how an Echo Tech'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 September 01, 2026Salaries for an Echo Tech can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $68,482 in 2023 to around $67,303 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Echo Tech salary trends, .
| Year | Average Annual Salary |
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| 2022 |
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| 2023 | $68,482 |
| 2024 | $68,122 |
| 2025 | $67,303 |
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The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Echo Tech roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.
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