As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cable Technician in District of Columbia is $68,618, equivalent to $33 per hour, $1,320 weekly, or $5,718 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 District of Columbia vary widely, spanning from $55,726 to $85,668. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($61,870) and 75th percentile ($77,542), while top earners (90th percentile) make $85,668 per year. This $15,672 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, District of Columbia Cable Technician often earn 10.7% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 42 companies. However, District of Columbia currently ranks 1 nationwide 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 $55,726 DC May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cable Technician Salary $61,870 DC May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cable Technician Salary $68,618 DC May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cable Technician Salary $77,542 DC May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cable Technician Salary $85,668 DC May 01, 2026
25% $61,870 10% $55,726 90% $85,668 75% $77,542 $68,618 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Cable Technician

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Senior Telecommunications Installation Technician

    3 - 5 years experience
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