Service tech installer Salary in the United States

How much does a Service tech installer make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Service tech installer in the United States is $64,966 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

However, a Service tech installer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,201
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,585 to $73,464
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,775
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Service tech installer Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $73,464 $6,122 $1,413 $35
Average $64,966 $5,414 $1,249 $31
25th Percentile $58,585 $4,882 $1,127 $28
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Key Factors That Influence Service tech installer Salaries

A Service tech 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Service tech 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 Service tech installers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $71,931.
  • California: $71,658.
  • Massachusetts: $70,703.

Top Paying Cities for Service tech 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:

  • San Jose: $81,942
  • San Francisco: $81,045
  • Oakland: $79,337

What Skills Can Increase a Service tech installer'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 Service tech installer'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
$68,864
6%
Commitment
$67,565
4%
First Aid
$67,565
4%
Microsoft Office
$66,915
3%
Telecommunications
$66,915
3%
Networking
$66,915
3%
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Service tech installer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Service tech installer 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, Service tech installer positions in MFG Durable or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Service tech installer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Service tech installer

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$74,711$36.015%
Internet$71,463$34.010%
Business Services$68,215$33.05%
Insurance$68,215$33.05%
Software & Networking$68,215$33.05%

How Education impacts a Service tech installer's Salary?

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

Service tech installer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Service tech installer
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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Service tech installer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Service tech 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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Service tech installer

Salaries for a Service tech installer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $53,729 in 2023 to around $52,045 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Service tech installer salary trends, .

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$52,537
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  • Simon Roofing

    Columbus, OH

    Simon Roofing | Columbus, OH

    Roofing Service TechnicianWe are looking for a Roofing Service Technician to join our organization. If you are a person with a strong work ethic, and basic... more

    7 Days Ago

  • A1 Mechanical of Columbus

    Columbus, OH

    A1 Mechanical of Columbus | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. A1 Mechanical is a Residential New Construction Heating & Cooling company located in Columbus, Ohio, with sister companie... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Logan AC and Heat Services

    Columbus, OH

    Logan AC and Heat Services | Columbus, OH

    HVAC Service Tech Apprentice. Columbus, OH 43228. $250 tool kit or $250 sign on bonus. We are thrilled to announce that our apprenticeship is now Trane acc... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Custom Air Conditioning and Heating

    Columbus, OH

    Custom Air Conditioning and Heating | Columbus, OH

    HVAC Service Tech-Residential- $27-$40/hourFounded in 1976, Custom Air has grown into a premier contractor by believing in and delivering on the philosophy... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Pyramid Consulting

    Columbus, OH

    Pyramid Consulting | Columbus, OH

    IT Helpdesk / ServicedeskImmediate need for a talented IT Helpdesk / Servicedesk. This is a 06 months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is ... more

    7 Days Ago

  • JARBO

    Columbus, OH

    JARBO | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Nationwide Search - Relocation and opportunities to travel available. One of the fastest growing manufacturers of mission... more

    6 Days Ago

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FAQ about Service tech installer

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Service tech installer?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Service tech installer roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

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