What are the main factors that influence a Fiber Optic cable installer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change a Fiber Optic cable installer's salary?

A Fiber Optic cable installer's salary grows with experience: starting around $47,157 for beginners, reaching about $48,498 at mid-level, and approach $51,239 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Fiber Optic cable installer?

Fiber Optic cable installer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Fiber Optic cable installer roles are District of Columbia $55,011, California $54,802, Massachusetts $54,072. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Fiber Optic cable installer roles make?

Salaries for Fiber Optic cable installer level roles vary by specialization: Fiber Optic Cable Placement Construction Manager: $145,533; Fiber Optic Sales: $113,167; Fiber Optic Installation Supervisor: $91,032; Fiber Optic Lineman: $83,390; Fiber Optic Engineer: $79,369.

Fiber Optic cable installer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Fiber Optic cable installer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Fiber Optic cable installer in Delaware is $50,316 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

However, a Fiber Optic cable installer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $58,787
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,742 to $54,750
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,578

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Fiber Optic cable installer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,750	$4,562	$1,053	$26
Average	$50,316	$4,193	$968	$24
25th Percentile	$45,742	$3,812	$880	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Fiber Optic cable installer Salaries

A Fiber Optic cable installer'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.

How Experience Level Affects Fiber Optic cable installer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Fiber Optic cable installer'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): $47,157
Early Career (1-2 years): $47,530
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $48,498
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $49,823
Expert (over 8 years): $51,239

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Fiber Optic cable installer	$47,157
Intermediate Level Fiber Optic cable installer	$47,530
Senior Level Fiber Optic cable installer	$48,498
Specialist Level Fiber Optic cable installer	$49,823
Expert Level Fiber Optic cable installer	$51,239

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How Do Fiber Optic cable installer 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 Fiber Optic cable installers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $55,011.
California: $54,802.
Massachusetts: $54,072.

District of Columbia $55,011 California $54,802 Massachusetts $54,072 Washington $53,873 New Jersey $53,853 Alaska $53,784 Connecticut $53,098 New York $52,820

Hawaii $51,930 Rhode Island $51,513 Maryland $51,230 Minnesota $50,842 Colorado $50,693 Illinois $50,644 Oregon $50,455 Delaware $50,316

New Hampshire $50,228 Virginia $50,032 Pennsylvania $49,461 Nevada $49,173 North Dakota $49,079 Michigan $48,929 Wisconsin $48,875 Vermont $48,766

Texas $48,462 Maine $48,443 Arizona $48,413 Ohio $48,378 Georgia $47,921 Indiana $47,692 Wyoming $47,648 Utah $47,578

Iowa $47,548 Kansas $47,310 Louisiana $47,240 North Carolina $47,215 Missouri $47,205 Florida $47,012 Montana $46,907 Nebraska $46,808

Kentucky $46,753 South Carolina $46,555 Tennessee $46,430 Idaho $46,381 New Mexico $46,018 Oklahoma $45,938 Alabama $45,645 South Dakota $45,153

Arkansas $44,885 West Virginia $44,741 Mississippi $44,309

Top Paying Cities for Fiber Optic cable installers

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:

Lincoln: $52,075
Little Creek: $51,593
Magnolia: $51,806

Lincoln, DE $52,075 Little Creek, DE $51,593 Magnolia, DE $51,806 Milford, DE $52,075 Marydel, DE $51,399 Millsboro, DE $52,075 Millville, DE $52,422 Milton, DE $52,075

Nassau, DE $52,075 Ocean View, DE $52,422 Rehoboth Beach, DE $52,422 Seaford, DE $51,528 Selbyville, DE $52,422 Smyrna, DE $51,339 Viola, DE $51,806 Woodside, DE $51,657

Bear, DE $50,962 Newark, DE $50,981 Claymont, DE $51,021 Delaware City, DE $50,981 Hockessin, DE $51,021 Kirkwood, DE $50,981 Middletown, DE $51,235 Montchanin, DE $51,021

New Castle, DE $51,021 Odessa, DE $51,304 Port Penn, DE $50,842 Rockland, DE $51,021 Saint Georges, DE $50,981 Townsend, DE $51,230 Winterthur, DE $51,021 Lewes, DE $52,075

Wilmington, DE $51,021 Dover, DE $51,568 Dover Afb, DE $51,687 Bethany Beach, DE $52,422 Bethel, DE $51,528 Bridgeville, DE $52,075 Camden Wyoming, DE $51,622 Cheswold, DE $51,449

Clayton, DE $51,319 Dagsboro, DE $52,422 Delmar, DE $51,528 Ellendale, DE $52,075 Felton, DE $52,075 Fenwick Island, DE $52,422 Frankford, DE $52,422 Frederica, DE $52,075

Georgetown, DE $52,075 Greenwood, DE $52,075 Harbeson, DE $52,075 Harrington, DE $52,075 Hartly, DE $51,294 Houston, DE $52,075 Kenton, DE $51,319 Laurel, DE $51,528

Yorklyn, DE $51,021

Fiber Optic cable installer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Fiber Optic cable installer'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 January 01, 2026

$45,742

Average $50,316/year

$54,750

$3,812

Average $4,193/month

$4,562

$880

Average $968/week

$1,053

$22

Average $24/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,750	$4,562	$1,053	$26
Average	$50,316	$4,193	$968	$24
25th Percentile	$45,742	$3,812	$880	$22

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