Asphalt Technician Salary in the United States

How much does an Asphalt Technician make in the United States?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Asphalt Technician in the United States is $56,011 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $64,801
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,155 to $60,612
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,734
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Asphalt Technician Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $60,612 $5,051 $1,166 $29
Average $56,011 $4,668 $1,077 $27
25th Percentile $51,155 $4,263 $984 $25
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Key Factors That Influence Asphalt Technician Salaries

An Asphalt 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 Asphalt 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 Asphalt Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $62,015.
  • California: $61,780.
  • Massachusetts: $60,956.

Top Paying Cities for Asphalt 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: $70,646
  • San Francisco: $69,873
  • Oakland: $68,400

What Skills Can Increase an Asphalt Technician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 3.52% 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.
  • Schematic (Mentioned in 2.52% Job Postings): A schematic, or schematic diagram, is a representation of the elements of a system using abstract, graphic symbols rather than realistic pictures.
  • 5S (Mentioned in 1.88% Job Postings): Stands for sort, sustain, set in order, standardized and shine. 5 tips that are designed to achieve clean, uncluttered, safe, and well organized workplace for a more systematized work flow.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Commitment 3.52%
Schematic 2.52%
5S 1.88%
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 an Asphalt Technician's salary.
  • Repairing: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Installation: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Welding: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Repairing
$61,612
10%
Installation
$58,811
5%
Welding
$58,251
4%
Schematic
$58,251
4%
Quality Management
$58,251
4%
Hydraulics
$57,691
3%
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How Education impacts an Asphalt Technician's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Asphalt 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 an Asphalt Technician with a No Diploma is between $53,642 and $57,558).

Asphalt Technician Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Asphalt Technician
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 66.7%
High School 66.7%
Associates 26.7%
Bachelors 6.7%
Masters 0.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Asphalt Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Asphalt 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 May 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Asphalt Technician

Salaries for an Asphalt Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $46,488 in 2023 to around $44,341 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Asphalt Technician salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Asphalt Technician Over Time

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2023
$46,488
2024
$45,327
2025
$44,341
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Year Average Annual Salary
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2023 $46,488
2024 $45,327
2025 $44,341
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