POS and Cabling Technician Salary in the United States

How much does a POS and Cabling Technician make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a POS and Cabling Technician in the United States is $63,574 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,456
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,328 to $71,887
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,640
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POS and Cabling Technician Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $71,887 $5,991 $1,382 $35
Average $63,574 $5,298 $1,223 $31
25th Percentile $57,328 $4,777 $1,102 $28
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Key Factors That Influence POS and Cabling Technician Salaries

A POS and Cabling 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 POS and Cabling 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 POS and Cabling Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $70,389.
  • California: $70,122.
  • Massachusetts: $69,187.

Top Paying Cities for POS and Cabling 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: $80,186
  • San Francisco: $79,308
  • Oakland: $77,636

What Skills Can Increase a POS and Cabling Technician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 10.93% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Hydraulics (Mentioned in 2.55% Job Postings): Hydraulics is a technology and applied science using engineering, chemistry, and other sciences involving the mechanical properties and use of liquids.
  • Programming (Mentioned in 1.53% Job Postings): Executing logic to facilitate computing operations and functionality in one or more languages.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 10.93%
Hydraulics 2.55%
Programming 1.53%
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 a POS and Cabling Technician's salary.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • First Aid: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Analysis
$67,388
6%
Commitment
$66,117
4%
First Aid
$66,117
4%
Microsoft Office
$65,481
3%
Telecommunications
$65,481
3%
Networking
$65,481
3%
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POS and Cabling Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For POS and Cabling Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, POS and Cabling Technician positions in MFG Durable or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view POS and Cabling Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a POS and Cabling Technician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$73,110$35.015%
Internet$69,931$34.010%
Business Services$66,753$32.05%
Insurance$66,753$32.05%
Software & Networking$66,753$32.05%

How Education impacts a POS and Cabling Technician's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many POS and Cabling 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 a POS and Cabling Technician with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $61,243 and $65,733).

POS and Cabling Technician Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for POS and Cabling Technician
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.8%
High School 51.8%
Associates 30.0%
Bachelors 15.9%
Masters 0.6%
Doctorate 0.0%
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POS and Cabling Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a POS and Cabling 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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

Salary Trends for POS and Cabling Technician

Salaries for a POS and Cabling Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $52,588 in 2023 to around $50,939 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of POS and Cabling Technician salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of POS and Cabling Technician Over Time

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2023
$52,588
2024
$51,421
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2024 $51,421
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