What are the main factors that influence a Cable Installation Technician's salary?

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

How does experience change A Cable Installation Technician's salary?

A Cable Installation Technician's salary grows with experience: a Cable Installation Technician (1-3 years)earns $72,523, a Senior Telecommunications Installation Technician (3-5 years)earns $94,926, a Telecommunications Installation Supervisor (5+ years)earns $105,202, a Telecommunications Installation Manager (5+ years)earns $116,500,

What are the highest paying states for a Cable Installation Technician?

Cable Installation Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cable Installation Technician roles are District of Columbia $71,990, California $71,717, Massachusetts $70,761. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cable Installation Technician roles make?

Salaries for Cable Installation Technician level roles vary by specialization: Manager Cable and Security Systems Installation Service: $103,707; Cable Field Technician: $65,077; Cable Splicing Technician: $63,951; Network Cable Technician: $63,719; Installation Technician: $63,320.

Cable Installation Technician Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Cable Installation Technician make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cable Installation Technician in District of Columbia is $71,990 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $88,603
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $64,321 to $80,686
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,339

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Cable Installation Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,686	$6,724	$1,552	$39
Average	$71,990	$5,999	$1,384	$35
25th Percentile	$64,321	$5,360	$1,237	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Cable Installation Technician Salaries

A Cable Installation 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.

How Do Cable Installation 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 Cable Installation Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $71,990.
California: $71,717.
Massachusetts: $70,761.

District of Columbia $71,990 California $71,717 Massachusetts $70,761 Washington $70,501 New Jersey $70,475 Alaska $70,384 Connecticut $69,487 New York $69,123

Hawaii $67,959 Rhode Island $67,413 Maryland $67,042 Minnesota $66,535 Colorado $66,340 Illinois $66,275 Oregon $66,028 Delaware $65,846

New Hampshire $65,731 Virginia $65,475 Pennsylvania $64,728 Nevada $64,350 North Dakota $64,227 Michigan $64,032 Wisconsin $63,960 Vermont $63,817

Texas $63,421 Maine $63,395 Arizona $63,356 Ohio $63,310 Georgia $62,712 Indiana $62,413 Wyoming $62,354 Utah $62,263

Iowa $62,224 Kansas $61,912 Louisiana $61,821 North Carolina $61,789 Missouri $61,776 Florida $61,522 Montana $61,385 Nebraska $61,255

Kentucky $61,184 South Carolina $60,924 Tennessee $60,761 Idaho $60,696 New Mexico $60,222 Oklahoma $60,118 Alabama $59,734 South Dakota $59,090

Arkansas $58,739 West Virginia $58,551 Mississippi $57,985

Top Paying Cities for Cable Installation 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:

Parcel Return Service: $71,990
Washington: $71,990
Naval Anacost Annex: $71,990

Parcel Return Service, DC $71,990 Washington, DC $71,990 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $71,990 Washington Navy Yard, DC $71,990

Cable Installation Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cable Installation 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 April 01, 2026

$64,321

Average $71,990/year

$80,686

$5,360

Average $5,999/month

$6,724

$1,237

Average $1,384/week

$1,552

$31

Average $35/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,686	$6,724	$1,552	$39
Average	$71,990	$5,999	$1,384	$35
25th Percentile	$64,321	$5,360	$1,237	$31

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