As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Field Technician in the US is $53,590, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,031 weekly, or $4,466 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Field Technician in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Field Technician in the US vary widely, spanning from $44,697 to $65,228. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($48,935) and 75th percentile ($59,681), while top earners (90th percentile) make $65,228 per year. This $10,746 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Data Quality, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Field Technician often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 64 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
Field Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Field Technician Salary $44,697 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Field Technician Salary $48,935 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Field Technician Salary $53,590 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Field Technician Salary $59,681 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Field Technician Salary $65,228 US January 01, 2026
25% $48,935 10% $44,697 90% $65,228 75% $59,681 $53,590 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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