Rigging Technician Salary in the United States

How much does a Rigging Technician make in the United States?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Rigging Technician in the United States is $80,329 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $102,854
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,959 to $92,119
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,339
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Rigging Technician Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $92,119 $7,677 $1,772 $44
Average $80,329 $6,694 $1,545 $39
25th Percentile $71,959 $5,997 $1,384 $35
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Key Factors That Influence Rigging Technician Salaries

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

  • District of Columbia: $88,940.
  • California: $88,602.
  • Massachusetts: $87,422.

Top Paying Cities for Rigging 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: $101,318
  • San Francisco: $100,209
  • Oakland: $98,097

What Skills Can Increase a Rigging Technician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 5.21% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Equipment Operation (Mentioned in 3.69% Job Postings): This is skilled and unskilled work in the operation of mechanical tools and light to heavy equipment used in maintenance and construction or on the grounds of state properties or facilities and routine maintenance of that equipment.
  • Public Works (Mentioned in 2.37% Job Postings): Public works are a broad category of infrastructure projects, financed and constructed by the government, for recreational, employment, and health and safety uses in the greater community.
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Commitment 5.21%
Equipment Operation 3.69%
Public Works 2.37%
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 Rigging Technician's salary.
  • Waste Management: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Time Management: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Written Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Waste Management
 $84,345
5%
Time Management
 $84,345
5%
Written Communication
 $82,738
3%
Analysis
 $82,738
3%
Coordination
 $81,935
2%
Standard Operating Procedures
 $81,935
2%
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How Education impacts a Rigging Technician's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Rigging Technicians enter the field with a No Diploma 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 Rigging Technician with a No Diploma is between $69,226 and $76,768).

Rigging Technician Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Rigging Technician
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 3.8%
High School 81.7%
Associates 8.4%
Bachelors 4.6%
Masters 1.1%
Doctorate 0.4%
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Rigging Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Rigging 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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$71,959
Average $80,329/year
$92,119
$5,997
Average $6,694/month
$7,677
$1,384
Average $1,545/week
$1,772
$35
Average $39/hour
$44
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $92,119 $7,677 $1,772 $44
Average $80,329 $6,694 $1,545 $39
25th Percentile $71,959 $5,997 $1,384 $35

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Salary Trends for Rigging Technician

Salaries for a Rigging Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $66,665 in 2023 to around $66,480 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Rigging Technician salary trends, .

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