Device Technician Salary in the United States

How much does a Device Technician make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Device Technician in the United States is $67,299 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,519
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,554 to $73,695
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,681
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Device Technician Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $73,695 $6,141 $1,417 $35
Average $67,299 $5,608 $1,294 $32
25th Percentile $57,554 $4,796 $1,107 $28
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Key Factors That Influence Device Technician Salaries

A Device 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 Experience Level Affects Device Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Device 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $64,998
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $65,268
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $68,468
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $71,230
  • Expert (over 8 years): $71,427
Levels Salary
Entry Level Device Technician$64,998
Intermediate Level Device Technician$65,268
Senior Level Device Technician$68,468
Specialist Level Device Technician$71,230
Expert Level Device Technician$71,427
$64,998 0 yr
$65,268 < 2 yrs
$68,468 2-4 yrs
$71,230 5-8 yrs
$71,427 > 8 yrs
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How Do Device 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 Device Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $74,513.
  • California: $74,230.
  • Massachusetts: $73,241.

Top Paying Cities for Device 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: $84,884
  • San Francisco: $83,954
  • Oakland: $82,185

What Skills Can Increase a Device Technician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 11.91% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Food Preparation (Mentioned in 2.49% Job Postings): The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to food preparation: Food preparation – art form and applied science that includes but is not limited to cooking.
  • Food Service (Mentioned in 2.36% Job Postings): The foodservice or catering industry includes the businesses, institutions, and companies which prepare meals outside the home.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 11.91%
Food Preparation 2.49%
Food Service 2.36%
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 a Device Technician's salary.
  • Photography: Can increase your salary by up to 49%.
  • Initiative: Can increase your salary by up to 36%.
  • Customer Service: Can increase your salary by up to 25%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Photography
$100,275
49%
Initiative
$91,526
36%
Customer Service
$84,123
25%
Attention to Detail
$83,450
24%
Flexibility
$82,777
23%
Leadership
$80,758
20%
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Device Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Device Technician roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 30% above the average. Conversely, Device Technician positions in Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Device Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Device Technician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$87,488$42.030%

How Education impacts a Device Technician's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Device Technicians enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Device Technician with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $48,127 and $53,428).

Device Technician Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Device Technician
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.9%
High School 41.7%
Associates 26.9%
Bachelors 25.9%
Masters 3.7%
Doctorate 0.9%
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Device Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Device 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

Salary Trends for Device Technician

Salaries for a Device Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $68,509 in 2023 to around $67,329 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Device Technician salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Device Technician Over Time

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