As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Theatre Technician in the US is $53,655, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,032 weekly, or $4,471 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Theatre Technician in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Theatre Technician in the US vary widely, spanning from $43,694 to $66,999. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($48,441) and 75th percentile ($60,640), while top earners (90th percentile) make $66,999 per year. This $12,199 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 Theatre Technician often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 60 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
Theatre Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Theatre Technician Salary $43,694 US May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Theatre Technician Salary $48,441 US May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Theatre Technician Salary $53,655 US May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Theatre Technician Salary $60,640 US May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Theatre Technician Salary $66,999 US May 01, 2026
25% $48,441 10% $43,694 90% $66,999 75% $60,640 $53,655 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Theatre Technician ?

A theatrical technician, (variably known as a tech, techie, technician, theatre tech or theatre technician) is a person who operates technical equipment and systems in the performing arts and entertainment industry. In contrast to performers, this broad category contains all "unseen" theatrical personnel who practice stagecraft and are responsible for the logistic and production-related aspects of a performance including designers, operators, and supervisors. Many professional designers and technicians consider the diminutive "techie" to be offensive....

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    Theatre Technician

    0 - 1 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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    Audio Visual Technician II

    1 - 3 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Theatre Technician in the United States. The base salary for Theatre Technician ranges from $48,441 to $60,640 with the average base salary of $53,655. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $51,223 to $66,703 with the average total cash compensation of $58,381.

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