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

What industry pays the highest salary for Cable Installation Technician?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Cable Installation Technician roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

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 $66,368, a Senior Telecommunications Installation Technician (3-5 years)earns $86,891, a Telecommunications Installation Supervisor (5+ years)earns $96,247, a Telecommunications Installation Manager (5+ years)earns $106,569,

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 $72,029, California $71,756, Massachusetts $70,799. 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: $103,717; Cable Field Technician: $65,112; Cable Splicing Technician: $63,985; Network Cable Technician: $63,755; Installation Technician: $63,354.

Cable Installation Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cable Installation Technician make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cable Installation Technician in Delaware is $65,881 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,091
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,870 to $73,842
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,487

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Cable Installation Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,842	$6,154	$1,420	$36
Average	$65,881	$5,490	$1,267	$32
25th Percentile	$58,870	$4,906	$1,132	$28

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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: $72,029.
California: $71,756.
Massachusetts: $70,799.

District of Columbia $72,029 California $71,756 Massachusetts $70,799 Washington $70,539 New Jersey $70,513 Alaska $70,422 Connecticut $69,524 New York $69,160

Hawaii $67,995 Rhode Island $67,449 Maryland $67,078 Minnesota $66,571 Colorado $66,376 Illinois $66,311 Oregon $66,063 Delaware $65,881

New Hampshire $65,767 Virginia $65,510 Pennsylvania $64,762 Nevada $64,385 North Dakota $64,261 Michigan $64,066 Wisconsin $63,995 Vermont $63,851

Texas $63,455 Maine $63,429 Arizona $63,390 Ohio $63,344 Georgia $62,746 Indiana $62,446 Wyoming $62,388 Utah $62,297

Iowa $62,258 Kansas $61,945 Louisiana $61,854 North Carolina $61,822 Missouri $61,809 Florida $61,555 Montana $61,418 Nebraska $61,288

Kentucky $61,217 South Carolina $60,957 Tennessee $60,794 Idaho $60,729 New Mexico $60,254 Oklahoma $60,150 Alabama $59,766 South Dakota $59,122

Arkansas $58,771 West Virginia $58,582 Mississippi $58,016

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:

Lincoln: $65,585
Little Creek: $66,065
Magnolia: $65,970

Lincoln, DE $65,585 Little Creek, DE $66,065 Magnolia, DE $65,970 Milford, DE $65,751 Marydel, DE $65,859 Millsboro, DE $65,309 Millville, DE $65,410 Milton, DE $65,523

Nassau, DE $65,571 Ocean View, DE $65,399 Rehoboth Beach, DE $65,525 Seaford, DE $65,562 Selbyville, DE $65,290 Smyrna, DE $66,110 Viola, DE $65,806 Woodside, DE $65,983

Bear, DE $65,830 Newark, DE $65,806 Claymont, DE $65,940 Delaware City, DE $65,871 Hockessin, DE $65,800 Kirkwood, DE $65,859 Middletown, DE $65,884 Montchanin, DE $65,815

New Castle, DE $65,825 Odessa, DE $65,917 Port Penn, DE $65,961 Rockland, DE $65,821 Saint Georges, DE $65,864 Townsend, DE $65,965 Winterthur, DE $65,829 Lewes, DE $65,549

Wilmington, DE $65,803 Dover, DE $66,065 Dover Afb, DE $65,717 Bethany Beach, DE $65,330 Bethel, DE $65,398 Bridgeville, DE $65,552 Camden Wyoming, DE $65,879 Cheswold, DE $66,043

Clayton, DE $66,045 Dagsboro, DE $65,285 Delmar, DE $65,180 Ellendale, DE $65,378 Felton, DE $65,746 Fenwick Island, DE $65,299 Frankford, DE $65,185 Frederica, DE $65,811

Georgetown, DE $65,260 Greenwood, DE $65,562 Harbeson, DE $65,330 Harrington, DE $65,663 Hartly, DE $65,867 Houston, DE $65,569 Kenton, DE $66,048 Laurel, DE $65,221

Yorklyn, DE $65,819

Cable Installation Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

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

The top paying industries for a Cable Installation Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$75,763	$36.0	15%
Internet	$72,469	$35.0	10%
Business Services	$69,175	$33.0	5%
Insurance	$69,175	$33.0	5%
Software & Networking	$69,175	$33.0	5%

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 July 01, 2026

$58,870

Average $65,881/year

$73,842

$4,906

Average $5,490/month

$6,154

$1,132

Average $1,267/week

$1,420

$28

Average $32/hour

$36

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,842	$6,154	$1,420	$36
Average	$65,881	$5,490	$1,267	$32
25th Percentile	$58,870	$4,906	$1,132	$28

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