What are the main factors that influence a Security System 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 Security System Technician's salary?

A Security System Technician's salary grows with experience: a Surveillance Operator (0-1 years)earns $46,389, a Security System Technician (1-3 years)earns $52,708, a Surveillance Supervisor (3+ years)earns $61,449, a Surveillance Operations Manager (3-5 years)earns $87,374,

What are the highest paying states for a Security System Technician?

Security System Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Security System Technician roles are District of Columbia $52,336, California $52,137, Massachusetts $51,443. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Security System Technician roles make?

Salaries for Security System Technician level roles vary by specialization: Information System Security Manager: $144,356; Computer System Security Analyst: $138,848; Network Security System Analyst IV: $135,045; Information System Security Officer: $118,836; Network Security System Analyst III: $116,907.

Security System Technician Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Security System Technician make in District of Columbia?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Security System Technician in District of Columbia is $52,336 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $62,325
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,978 to $57,565
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,100

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Security System Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,565	$4,797	$1,107	$28
Average	$52,336	$4,361	$1,006	$25
25th Percentile	$46,978	$3,915	$903	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Security System Technician Salaries

A Security System 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 Security System 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 Security System Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $52,336.
California: $52,137.
Massachusetts: $51,443.

District of Columbia $52,336 California $52,137 Massachusetts $51,443 Washington $51,253 New Jersey $51,235 Alaska $51,168 Connecticut $50,516 New York $50,251

Hawaii $49,405 Rhode Island $49,008 Maryland $48,739 Minnesota $48,370 Colorado $48,228 Illinois $48,181 Oregon $48,001 Delaware $47,869

New Hampshire $47,786 Virginia $47,600 Pennsylvania $47,056 Nevada $46,782 North Dakota $46,692 Michigan $46,550 Wisconsin $46,498 Vermont $46,394

Texas $46,106 Maine $46,087 Arizona $46,059 Ohio $46,026 Georgia $45,591 Indiana $45,373 Wyoming $45,331 Utah $45,265

Iowa $45,236 Kansas $45,009 Louisiana $44,943 North Carolina $44,919 Missouri $44,910 Florida $44,726 Montana $44,626 Nebraska $44,532

Kentucky $44,480 South Carolina $44,291 Tennessee $44,173 Idaho $44,125 New Mexico $43,780 Oklahoma $43,705 Alabama $43,426 South Dakota $42,958

Arkansas $42,703 West Virginia $42,565 Mississippi $42,154

Top Paying Cities for Security System 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: $52,336
Washington: $52,336
Naval Anacost Annex: $52,336

Parcel Return Service, DC $52,336 Washington, DC $52,336 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $52,336 Washington Navy Yard, DC $52,336

Security System Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Security System 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 February 01, 2026

$46,978

Average $52,336/year

$57,565

$3,915

Average $4,361/month

$4,797

$903

Average $1,006/week

$1,107

$23

Average $25/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,565	$4,797	$1,107	$28
Average	$52,336	$4,361	$1,006	$25
25th Percentile	$46,978	$3,915	$903	$23

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