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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Controls Technician in New York is $60,252 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.
However, a Controls Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Controls Technician Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $68,063 | $5,672 | $1,309 | $33 |
| Average | $60,252 | $5,021 | $1,159 | $29 |
| 25th Percentile | $54,541 | $4,545 | $1,049 | $26 |
*US AMR-Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc. - Buffalo, NY
*US AMR-Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc. - Melville, NY
Actalent - Rochester, NY
Corning - Rochester, NY
A Controls 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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Controls 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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Controls Technician | $57,826 |
| Intermediate Level Controls Technician | $58,247 |
| Senior Level Controls Technician | $60,252 |
| Specialist Level Controls Technician | $62,550 |
| Expert Level Controls Technician | $63,124 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Controls Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Controls Technician roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, MFG Durable, offers compensation 30% above the average. Conversely, Controls Technician positions in MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Controls Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| MFG Durable | $78,328 | $38.0 | 30% |
Understanding how a Controls 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $68,063 | $5,672 | $1,309 | $33 |
| Average | $60,252 | $5,021 | $1,159 | $29 |
| 25th Percentile | $54,541 | $4,545 | $1,049 | $26 |
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