As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Security Systems Technician in Tucson, AZ is $38,013, equivalent to $18 per hour, $731 weekly, or $3,168 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 Tucson, AZ vary widely, spanning from $31,143 to $45,772. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($34,417) and 75th percentile ($42,074), while top earners (90th percentile) make $45,772 per year. This $7,657 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, Tucson Security Systems Technician often earn 2.6% lower than national averages. However, Tucson currently ranks 566 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 $31,143 Tucson, AZ May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $34,417 Tucson, AZ May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $38,013 Tucson, AZ May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $42,074 Tucson, AZ May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $45,772 Tucson, AZ May 01, 2026
25% $34,417 10% $31,143 90% $45,772 75% $42,074 $38,013 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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