As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Sound Technician in the US is $58,002, equivalent to $28 per hour, $1,115 weekly, or $4,834 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Sound Technician in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Sound Technician in the US vary widely, spanning from $45,531 to $71,141. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($51,474) and 75th percentile ($64,880), while top earners (90th percentile) make $71,141 per year. This $13,406 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Plumbing, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Sound Technician often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 68 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
Sound Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Sound Technician Salary $45,531 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Sound Technician Salary $51,474 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Sound Technician Salary $58,002 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Sound Technician Salary $64,880 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Sound Technician Salary $71,141 US August 01, 2026
25% $51,474 10% $45,531 90% $71,141 75% $64,880 $58,002 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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