As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cable TV Installer in the US is $70,251, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,351 weekly, or $5,854 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Cable TV Installer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Cable TV Installer in the US vary widely, spanning from $57,016 to $87,765. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($63,323) and 75th percentile ($79,418), while top earners (90th percentile) make $87,765 per year. This $16,095 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 TV Installer often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 24 companies and industry startups. 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 TV Installer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Cable TV Installer Salary $57,016 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cable TV Installer Salary $63,323 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cable TV Installer Salary $70,251 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cable TV Installer Salary $79,418 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cable TV Installer Salary $87,765 US January 01, 2026
25% $63,323 10% $57,016 90% $87,765 75% $79,418 $70,251 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    1 - 3 years experience
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