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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Air Quality Technician in Pennsylvania is $39,366 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.
However, an Air Quality Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Air Quality Technician Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $42,244 | $3,520 | $812 | $20 |
| Average | $39,366 | $3,281 | $757 | $19 |
| 25th Percentile | $35,586 | $2,965 | $684 | $17 |
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An Air Quality 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of an Air Quality Technician'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Air Quali... Level Air Quality Technician | $39,629 |
| Patient R... Level Air Quality Technician | $44,225 |
| Senior Pa... Level Air Quality Technician | $49,394 |
| Admitting... Level Air Quality Technician | $56,805 |
| Admitting... Level Air Quality Technician | $86,843 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Air Quality Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Air Quality Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Air Quality Technician positions in Insurance or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Air Quality Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $47,240 | $23.0 | 20% |
| Business Services | $43,303 | $21.0 | 10% |
Understanding how an Air Quality 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $42,244 | $3,520 | $812 | $20 |
| Average | $39,366 | $3,281 | $757 | $19 |
| 25th Percentile | $35,586 | $2,965 | $684 | $17 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Air Quality Technician job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
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