As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Security Systems Technician in Dover, DE is $41,595, equivalent to $20 per hour, $800 weekly, or $3,466 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Security Systems Technician in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Security Systems Technician in Dover, DE vary widely, spanning from $34,079 to $50,054. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($37,661) and 75th percentile ($46,023), while top earners (90th percentile) make $50,054 per year. This $8,362 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Technical Documentation, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Dover Security Systems Technician often earn 2.5% higher than national averages. However, Dover currently ranks 248 statewide for Security Systems Technician job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Security Systems Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $34,079 Dover, DE February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $37,661 Dover, DE February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $41,595 Dover, DE February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $46,023 Dover, DE February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $50,054 Dover, DE February 01, 2026
25% $37,661 10% $34,079 90% $50,054 75% $46,023 $41,595 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Surveillance Operator

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Surveillance Supervisor

    3 + years experience
    Associate's Degree

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About Dover, Delaware    Dover (/ˈdoʊvər/) is the capital and second-largest city in the U.S. state of Delaware. It is also the county seat of Kent County, and the principal c....More

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