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 $42,432, a Security System Technician (1-3 years)earns $48,204, a Surveillance Supervisor (3+ years)earns $56,171, a Surveillance Operations Manager (3-5 years)earns $79,906,

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 $52,330, California $52,132, Massachusetts $51,437. 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: $138,832; Network Security System Analyst IV: $135,095; Information System Security Officer: $118,826; Network Security System Analyst III: $116,927.

Security System Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Security System Technician make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Security System Technician in Delaware is $47,864 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $57,047
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,965 to $52,671
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,504

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Security System Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,671	$4,389	$1,013	$25
Average	$47,864	$3,989	$920	$23
25th Percentile	$42,965	$3,580	$826	$21

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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: $52,330.
California: $52,132.
Massachusetts: $51,437.

District of Columbia $52,330 California $52,132 Massachusetts $51,437 Washington $51,248 New Jersey $51,229 Alaska $51,163 Connecticut $50,511 New York $50,246

Hawaii $49,400 Rhode Island $49,003 Maryland $48,734 Minnesota $48,365 Colorado $48,223 Illinois $48,176 Oregon $47,996 Delaware $47,864

New Hampshire $47,781 Virginia $47,595 Pennsylvania $47,051 Nevada $46,777 North Dakota $46,687 Michigan $46,545 Wisconsin $46,493 Vermont $46,389

Texas $46,101 Maine $46,082 Arizona $46,054 Ohio $46,021 Georgia $45,586 Indiana $45,368 Wyoming $45,326 Utah $45,260

Iowa $45,231 Kansas $45,004 Louisiana $44,938 North Carolina $44,915 Missouri $44,905 Florida $44,721 Montana $44,622 Nebraska $44,527

Kentucky $44,475 South Carolina $44,286 Tennessee $44,168 Idaho $44,121 New Mexico $43,776 Oklahoma $43,700 Alabama $43,421 South Dakota $42,953

Arkansas $42,698 West Virginia $42,561 Mississippi $42,150

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:

Lincoln: $47,648
Little Creek: $47,997
Magnolia: $47,928

Lincoln, DE $47,648 Little Creek, DE $47,997 Magnolia, DE $47,928 Milford, DE $47,769 Marydel, DE $47,848 Millsboro, DE $47,449 Millville, DE $47,522 Milton, DE $47,604

Nassau, DE $47,639 Ocean View, DE $47,514 Rehoboth Beach, DE $47,605 Seaford, DE $47,632 Selbyville, DE $47,435 Smyrna, DE $48,030 Viola, DE $47,809 Woodside, DE $47,938

Bear, DE $47,827 Newark, DE $47,809 Claymont, DE $47,907 Delaware City, DE $47,857 Hockessin, DE $47,805 Kirkwood, DE $47,848 Middletown, DE $47,866 Montchanin, DE $47,816

New Castle, DE $47,823 Odessa, DE $47,890 Port Penn, DE $47,922 Rockland, DE $47,820 Saint Georges, DE $47,851 Townsend, DE $47,925 Winterthur, DE $47,826 Lewes, DE $47,622

Wilmington, DE $47,807 Dover, DE $47,997 Dover Afb, DE $47,744 Bethany Beach, DE $47,464 Bethel, DE $47,513 Bridgeville, DE $47,625 Camden Wyoming, DE $47,862 Cheswold, DE $47,982

Clayton, DE $47,983 Dagsboro, DE $47,431 Delmar, DE $47,354 Ellendale, DE $47,498 Felton, DE $47,766 Fenwick Island, DE $47,441 Frankford, DE $47,358 Frederica, DE $47,813

Georgetown, DE $47,413 Greenwood, DE $47,632 Harbeson, DE $47,463 Harrington, DE $47,705 Hartly, DE $47,854 Houston, DE $47,637 Kenton, DE $47,985 Laurel, DE $47,384

Yorklyn, DE $47,819

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 June 01, 2026

$42,965

Average $47,864/year

$52,671

$3,580

Average $3,989/month

$4,389

$826

Average $920/week

$1,013

$21

Average $23/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,671	$4,389	$1,013	$25
Average	$47,864	$3,989	$920	$23
25th Percentile	$42,965	$3,580	$826	$21

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