As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Security Systems Technician in Reno, NV is $40,153, equivalent to $19 per hour, $772 weekly, or $3,346 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Security Systems Technician in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Security Systems Technician in Reno, NV vary widely, spanning from $32,897 to $48,349. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($36,355) and 75th percentile ($44,443), while top earners (90th percentile) make $48,349 per year. This $8,088 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, Reno Security Systems Technician often earn 1.2% higher than national averages. However, Reno currently ranks 337 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 $32,897 Reno, NV May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $36,355 Reno, NV May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $40,153 Reno, NV May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $44,443 Reno, NV May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $48,349 Reno, NV May 01, 2026
25% $36,355 10% $32,897 90% $48,349 75% $44,443 $40,153 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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    Security Systems Technician

    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 Reno, Nevada    Reno (/ˈriːnoʊ/ REE-noh) is a city in the U.S. state of Nevada, located in the northwestern part of the state, approximately 22 miles (35 km) from Lak....More

Reno, Nevada  area prices were up 2.5% from a year ago

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