As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cable Technician in Columbia, MD is $64,476, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,240 weekly, or $5,373 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Cable Technician in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Cable Technician in Columbia, MD vary widely, spanning from $52,368 to $80,499. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($58,138) and 75th percentile ($72,863), while top earners (90th percentile) make $80,499 per year. This $14,725 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Hydraulics, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Columbia Cable Technician often earn 0.8% higher than national averages. However, Columbia currently ranks 231 statewide for Cable Technician job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Cable Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Cable Technician Salary $52,368 Columbia, MD September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cable Technician Salary $58,138 Columbia, MD September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cable Technician Salary $64,476 Columbia, MD September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cable Technician Salary $72,863 Columbia, MD September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cable Technician Salary $80,499 Columbia, MD September 01, 2026
25% $58,138 10% $52,368 90% $80,499 75% $72,863 $64,476 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. This Job:

    Cable Technician

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    Senior Telecommunications Installation Technician

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Columbia, Maryland    The center of Columbia is located at 39°12.5′N 76°52′W / 39.2083°N 76.867°W / 39.2083; -76.867. Because it is unincorporated, there is confusion ov....More

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