As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cable Technician in Union, NJ is $69,842, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,343 weekly, or $5,820 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 Union, NJ vary widely, spanning from $56,723 to $87,199. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($62,975) and 75th percentile ($78,927), while top earners (90th percentile) make $87,199 per year. This $15,952 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, Union Cable Technician often earn 4.0% higher than national averages. However, Union currently ranks 39 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 $56,723 Union, NJ June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cable Technician Salary $62,975 Union, NJ June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cable Technician Salary $69,842 Union, NJ June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cable Technician Salary $78,927 Union, NJ June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cable Technician Salary $87,199 Union, NJ June 01, 2026
25% $62,975 10% $56,723 90% $87,199 75% $78,927 $69,842 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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    3 - 5 years experience
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