Explosives Technician Salary in the United States

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

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Explosives Technician in the United States is $49,348 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $58,658
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,038 to $54,221
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,114
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Explosives Technician Salaries by Percentile

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Weekly
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75th Percentile $54,221 $4,518 $1,043 $26
Average $49,348 $4,112 $949 $24
25th Percentile $45,038 $3,753 $866 $22
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Key Factors That Influence Explosives Technician Salaries

An Explosives 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 Experience Level Affects Explosives Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Explosives 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): $42,053
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $49,647
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $61,475
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $69,051
  • Expert (over 8 years): $89,098
Levels Salary
Parts Coo... Level Explosives Technician$42,053
Explosive... Level Explosives Technician$49,647
Parts Coo... Level Explosives Technician$61,475
Parts Coo... Level Explosives Technician$69,051
Parts Man... Level Explosives Technician$89,098
$42,053 0 yr
$49,647 < 2 yrs
$61,475 2-4 yrs
$69,051 5-8 yrs
$89,098 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Explosives 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: $62,242
  • San Francisco: $61,561
  • Oakland: $60,263

What Skills Can Increase an Explosives Technician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 12.4% 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.
  • Automotive Services (Mentioned in 2.79% Job Postings): Repairing and maintaining vehicles to ensure better performance, longer vehicle life, and fuel efficiency.
  • Packaging (Mentioned in 2.33% Job Postings): Preparing products through wrapping or bottling to protect the goods from damages during transportation and storage.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 12.4%
Automotive Services 2.79%
Packaging 2.33%
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 Explosives Technician's salary.
  • Microsoft Exchange: Can increase your salary by up to 48%.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 23%.
  • Market Research: Can increase your salary by up to 21%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Microsoft Exchange
$73,034
48%
Presentation
$60,698
23%
Market Research
$59,711
21%
Sense Of Urgency
$55,763
13%
Troubleshooting
$55,763
13%
Collaboration
$53,295
8%
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Explosives Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Explosives Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Healthcare sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Explosives Technician positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Construction typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Explosives Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Explosives Technician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$54,282$26.010%
Healthcare$54,282$26.010%
Pharmaceuticals$53,295$26.08%
Chemicals$51,815$25.05%
Insurance$51,815$25.05%

Explosives Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Explosives 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 Explosives Technician

Salaries for an Explosives Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $42,908 in 2023 to around $42,516 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Explosives Technician salary trends, .

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FAQ about Explosives Technician

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Explosives Technician?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Explosives Technician roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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