Associate Construction Technician Salary in the United States

How much does an Associate Construction Technician make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Construction Technician in the United States is $58,689 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,992
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,574 to $66,699
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,006
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Associate Construction Technician Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $66,699 $5,558 $1,283 $32
Average $58,689 $4,891 $1,129 $28
25th Percentile $52,574 $4,381 $1,011 $25
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Key Factors That Influence Associate Construction Technician Salaries

An Associate Construction 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

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

  • District of Columbia: $64,980.
  • California: $64,734.
  • Massachusetts: $63,871.

Top Paying Cities for Associate Construction 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:

  • San Jose: $74,024
  • San Francisco: $73,296
  • Oakland: $71,671

What Skills Can Increase an Associate Construction Technician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 3.88% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Quality Assurance (Mentioned in 3.14% Job Postings): Verifying the adherence of product with required specifications and expectations to track and resolve deficiencies prior to product release.
  • Instrument Maintenance (Mentioned in 2.24% Job Postings): The Instruments Maintenance section is made up of expert technicians able to repair and maintain laboratory equipment such as Vacuum Pumps, Centrifuges, Incubators, Ice Makers, Film Developers, Pipettes, Robots and more.
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Analysis 3.88%
Quality Assurance 3.14%
Instrument Maintenance 2.24%
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 an Associate Construction Technician's salary.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 33%.
  • Service Excellence: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Critical Thinking: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Leadership
 $78,056
33%
Service Excellence
 $67,492
15%
Critical Thinking
 $62,797
7%
Decision Making
 $62,797
7%
Specimen Collection
 $61,036
4%
Patient Care
 $61,036
4%
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How Education impacts an Associate Construction Technician's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Associate Construction Technicians enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate 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 Associate Construction Technician with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $57,391 and $61,046).

Associate Construction Technician Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Associate Construction Technician
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.3%
High School 12.3%
Associates 52.9%
Bachelors 32.0%
Masters 2.4%
Doctorate 0.2%
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Associate Construction Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Associate Construction 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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$52,574
Average $58,689/year
$66,699
$4,381
Average $4,891/month
$5,558
$1,011
Average $1,129/week
$1,283
$25
Average $28/hour
$32
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $66,699 $5,558 $1,283 $32
Average $58,689 $4,891 $1,129 $28
25th Percentile $52,574 $4,381 $1,011 $25

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Salary Trends for Associate Construction Technician

Salaries for an Associate Construction Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $57,144 in 2023 to around $56,229 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Associate Construction Technician salary trends, .

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