Information Technology Technician Salary in the United States

How much does an Information Technology Technician make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Information Technology Technician in the United States is $82,957 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

However, an Information Technology Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $98,326
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,730 to $91,002
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,329
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Information Technology Technician Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $91,002 $7,583 $1,750 $44
Average $82,957 $6,913 $1,595 $40
25th Percentile $73,730 $6,144 $1,418 $35
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Key Factors That Influence Information Technology Technician Salaries

An Information Technology Technician's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Information Technology Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Information Technology Technician's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $68,732
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $82,365
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $106,951
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $131,392
  • Expert (over 8 years): $152,882
Levels Salary
Informati... Level Information Technology Technician$68,732
Informati... Level Information Technology Technician$82,365
Informati... Level Information Technology Technician$106,951
Informati... Level Information Technology Technician$131,392
Informati... Level Information Technology Technician$152,882
$68,732 0 yr
$82,365 < 2 yrs
$106,951 2-4 yrs
$131,392 5-8 yrs
$152,882 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Information Technology Technicians

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $104,633
  • San Francisco: $103,488
  • Oakland: $101,307

What Skills Can Increase an Information Technology Technician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Troubleshooting (Mentioned in 9.52% Job Postings): Troubleshooting is a form of problem solving, often applied to repair failed products or processes on a machine or a system. It is a logical, systematic search for the source of a problem in order to solve it, and make the product or process operational again. Troubleshooting is needed to identify the symptoms. Determining the most likely cause is a process of elimination—eliminating potential causes of a problem. Finally, troubleshooting requires confirmation that the solution restores the product or process to its working state. In general, troubleshooting is the identification or diagnosis of "trouble" in the management flow of a system caused by a failure of some kind. The problem is initially described as symptoms of malfunction, and troubleshooting is the process of determining and remedying the causes of these symptoms. A system can be described in terms of its expected, desired or intended behavior (usually, for artificial systems, its purpose). Events or inputs to the system are expected to generate specific results or outputs. (For example, selecting the "print" option from various computer applications is intended to result in a hardcopy emerging from some specific device). Any unexpected or undesirable behavior is a symptom. Troubleshooting is the process of isolating the specific cause or causes of the symptom. Frequently the symptom is a failure of the product or process to produce any results. (Nothing was printed, for example). Corrective action can then be taken to prevent further failures of a similar kind.
  • IT Support (Mentioned in 3.17% Job Postings): Assisting with managing, maintaining, and repairing business technology to ensure all IT functions work seamlessly.
  • Computer Hardware (Mentioned in 2.25% Job Postings): Maintaining, configuring, and setting up computer hardware to increase business efficiency and staff productivity.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Troubleshooting 9.52%
IT Support 3.17%
Computer Hardware 2.25%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Information Technology Technician's salary.
  • Emerging Technology: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Test Automation: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Emerging Technology
$93,741
13%
Test Automation
$89,593
8%
Leadership
$89,593
8%
Innovation
$88,764
7%
Collaboration
$88,764
7%
Consulting
$87,934
6%
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Information Technology Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Information Technology Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 36% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 17% above the average. In contrast, Information Technology Technician positions in Transportation or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Information Technology Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Information Technology Technician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$97,059$47.017%
Biotechnology$94,571$45.014%
Energy & Utilities$92,082$44.011%
Insurance$90,423$43.09%
Aerospace & Defense$87,934$42.06%

How Education impacts an Information Technology Technician's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Information Technology Technicians enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Information Technology Technician with a Bachelor's Degree is between $81,356 and $86,059).

Information Technology Technician Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Information Technology Technician
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.9%
High School 16.7%
Associates 17.7%
Bachelors 51.2%
Masters 11.0%
Doctorate 0.5%
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Information Technology Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Information Technology Technician's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Information Technology Technician

Salaries for an Information Technology Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $80,094 in 2023 to around $78,190 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Information Technology Technician salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Information Technology Technician Over Time

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2023
$80,094
2024
$79,221
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$78,190
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  • Liberty Information Technology Limited

    Columbus, OH

    Liberty Information Technology Limited | Columbus, OH

    Job IntroductionWe deliver our customers peace of mind every day by helping them protect what they value most. Our passion for placing the customer at the ... more

    9 Days Ago

  • Columbus State Community College

    Columbus, OH

    Columbus State Community College | Columbus, OH

    Job Description:The Adjunct - Information Systems Technology position provides quality instruction and maintains a positive learning environment in the cla... more

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    Columbus, OH

    Cynet Health | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    MD Staff, LLC | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Information Technology Technician

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Information Technology Technician?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Information Technology Technician roles, with salaries approximately 17% above the market median.

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