Electronics Engineering Technician Salary in the United States

How much does an Electronics Engineering Technician make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Electronics Engineering Technician in the United States is $59,728 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,221
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,636 to $66,268
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,178
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Electronics Engineering Technician Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $66,268 $5,522 $1,274 $32
Average $59,728 $4,977 $1,149 $29
25th Percentile $52,636 $4,386 $1,012 $25
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Key Factors That Influence Electronics Engineering Technician Salaries

An Electronics Engineering 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.

Top Paying Cities for Electronics Engineering 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: $75,335
  • San Francisco: $74,510
  • Oakland: $72,940

What Skills Can Increase an Electronics Engineering Technician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 8.69% 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.
  • Schematic (Mentioned in 2.56% Job Postings): A schematic, or schematic diagram, is a representation of the elements of a system using abstract, graphic symbols rather than realistic pictures.
  • Preventative Maintenance (Mentioned in 2.02% Job Postings): Developing and implementing maintenance strategies to increase equipment life expectancy and avoid unplanned downtime.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 8.69%
Schematic 2.56%
Preventative Maintenance 2.02%
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 Electronics Engineering Technician's salary.
  • Physical Therapy: Can increase your salary by up to 34%.
  • Insight: Can increase your salary by up to 18%.
  • Written Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Physical Therapy
$80,036
34%
Insight
$70,479
18%
Written Communication
$66,298
11%
Commercial Sales
$65,701
10%
Innovation
$65,701
10%
Leadership
$65,104
9%
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Electronics Engineering Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Electronics Engineering Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Chemicals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Electronics Engineering Technician positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Electronics Engineering Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Electronics Engineering Technician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$77,647$37.030%
Chemicals$71,674$34.020%
Insurance$68,688$33.015%
Internet$65,701$32.010%
Pharmaceuticals$65,701$32.010%

How Education impacts an Electronics Engineering Technician's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Electronics Engineering 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 an Electronics Engineering Technician with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $58,236 and $62,982).

Electronics Engineering Technician Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Electronics Engineering Technician
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 3.0%
High School 23.2%
Associates 51.5%
Bachelors 18.2%
Masters 4.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Electronics Engineering Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Electronics Engineering 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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Electronics Engineering Technician

Salaries for an Electronics Engineering Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $70,723 in 2023 to around $70,184 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Electronics Engineering Technician salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Electronics Engineering Technician Over Time

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2023
$70,723
2024
$71,195
2025
$70,184
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2023 $70,723
2024 $71,195
2025 $70,184
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FAQ about Electronics Engineering Technician

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Electronics Engineering Technician?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Electronics Engineering Technician roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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