What are the main factors that influence an Application Technologist's salary?

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

How does experience change an Application Technologist's salary?

An Application Technologist's salary grows with experience: starting around $60,100 for beginners, reaching about $61,968 at mid-level, and approach $62,364 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Application Technologist?

Application Technologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Application Technologist roles are District of Columbia $60,100, California $59,872, Massachusetts $59,074. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Application Technologist roles make?

Salaries for Application Technologist level roles vary by specialization: PET Technologist: $99,155; Mammography Technologist: $89,082; Cytogenetic Technologist: $85,661; Pathology Technologist: $79,090; Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist: $75,100.

Application Technologist Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Application Technologist make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Application Technologist in District of Columbia is $60,100 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, an Application Technologist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,869
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,574 to $65,213
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,722

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Application Technologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,213	$5,434	$1,254	$31
Average	$60,100	$5,008	$1,156	$29
25th Percentile	$52,574	$4,381	$1,011	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Application Technologist Salaries

An Application Technologist'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 Application Technologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Application Technologist'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): $60,100
Early Career (1-2 years): $60,781
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $61,968
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,205
Expert (over 8 years): $62,364

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Application Technologist	$60,100
Intermediate Level Application Technologist	$60,781
Senior Level Application Technologist	$61,968
Specialist Level Application Technologist	$62,205
Expert Level Application Technologist	$62,364

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How Do Application Technologist 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 Application Technologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $60,100.
California: $59,872.
Massachusetts: $59,074.

District of Columbia $60,100 California $59,872 Massachusetts $59,074 Washington $58,857 New Jersey $58,835 Alaska $58,759 Connecticut $58,010 New York $57,706

Hawaii $56,734 Rhode Island $56,278 Maryland $55,969 Minnesota $55,546 Colorado $55,383 Illinois $55,329 Oregon $55,122 Delaware $54,970

New Hampshire $54,875 Virginia $54,661 Pennsylvania $54,037 Nevada $53,722 North Dakota $53,619 Michigan $53,456 Wisconsin $53,396 Vermont $53,277

Texas $52,946 Maine $52,924 Arizona $52,891 Ohio $52,853 Georgia $52,354 Indiana $52,104 Wyoming $52,055 Utah $51,979

Iowa $51,947 Kansas $51,686 Louisiana $51,610 North Carolina $51,583 Missouri $51,572 Florida $51,361 Montana $51,247 Nebraska $51,138

Kentucky $51,078 South Carolina $50,861 Tennessee $50,726 Idaho $50,671 New Mexico $50,275 Oklahoma $50,188 Alabama $49,868 South Dakota $49,330

Arkansas $49,037 West Virginia $48,880 Mississippi $48,408

Top Paying Cities for Application Technologists

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:

Parcel Return Service: $60,100
Washington: $60,100
Naval Anacost Annex: $60,100

Parcel Return Service, DC $60,100 Washington, DC $60,100 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $60,100 Washington Navy Yard, DC $60,100

Application Technologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Application Technologist'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

$52,574

Average $60,100/year

$65,213

$4,381

Average $5,008/month

$5,434

$1,011

Average $1,156/week

$1,254

$25

Average $29/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,213	$5,434	$1,254	$31
Average	$60,100	$5,008	$1,156	$29
25th Percentile	$52,574	$4,381	$1,011	$25

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