Technical Sales Advisor Salary in the United States

How much does a Technical Sales Advisor make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Technical Sales Advisor in the United States is $68,439 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

However, a Technical Sales Advisor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $85,195
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $60,882 to $77,210
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $54,001
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Technical Sales Advisor Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $77,210 $6,434 $1,485 $37
Average $68,439 $5,703 $1,316 $33
25th Percentile $60,882 $5,073 $1,171 $29
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Key Factors That Influence Technical Sales Advisor Salaries

A Technical Sales Advisor'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 Do Technical Sales Advisor Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Technical Sales Advisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $75,776.
  • California: $75,488.
  • Massachusetts: $74,482.

Top Paying Cities for Technical Sales Advisors

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: $86,322
  • San Francisco: $85,377
  • Oakland: $83,578

What Skills Can Increase a Technical Sales Advisor's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 13.44% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Technical Sales (Mentioned in 1.75% Job Postings): Promoting and selling products to demonstrate the product's advanced technical functions and specifications to customers.
  • Quotations (Mentioned in 1.3% Job Postings): A quotation is the repetition of a sentence, phrase, or passage from speech or text that someone has said or written. In oral speech, it is the representation of an utterance that is introduced by a quotative marker, such as a verb of saying.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 13.44%
Technical Sales 1.75%
Quotations 1.3%
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 a Technical Sales Advisor's salary.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 28%.
  • Work Ethic: Can increase your salary by up to 28%.
  • Technical Sales Support: Can increase your salary by up to 26%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Commitment
$87,602
28%
Work Ethic
$87,602
28%
Technical Sales Support
$86,233
26%
Chemistry
$83,496
22%
Sales Support
$82,127
20%
Collaboration
$80,758
18%
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Technical Sales Advisor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Technical Sales Advisor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Technical Sales Advisor positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Technical Sales Advisor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Technical Sales Advisor

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$85,549$41.025%
Pharmaceuticals$82,127$39.020%
Aerospace & Defense$78,705$38.015%
Biotechnology$76,652$37.012%
Energy & Utilities$75,283$36.010%

How Education impacts a Technical Sales Advisor's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Technical Sales Advisors enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Technical Sales Advisor with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $60,514 and $66,012).

Technical Sales Advisor Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Technical Sales Advisor
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 8.5%
High School 8.5%
Associates 13.2%
Bachelors 62.8%
Masters 14.7%
Doctorate 0.8%
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Technical Sales Advisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Technical Sales Advisor'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 Technical Sales Advisor

Salaries for a Technical Sales Advisor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $57,648 in 2023 to around $57,178 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Technical Sales Advisor salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Technical Sales Advisor Over Time

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2023
$57,648
2024
$57,331
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$57,178
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    Columbus, OH

    KeyCorp | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Roadmaster Drivers School | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Roadmaster Drivers School | Columbus, OH

    Commercial Truck Driver Training School Sales Representative. As a premier national Commercial Truck Driver Training School and part of the Werner Enterpri... more

    5 Days Ago

  • Goodyear Tire & Rubber

    Columbus, OH

    Goodyear Tire & Rubber | Columbus, OH

    Customer Sales Advisor. As a Customer Sales Advisor, you will gain hands-on experience in one of Goodyear's Auto Service centers by making meaningful conne... more

    5 Days Ago

  • Goodyear

    Columbus, OH

    Goodyear | Columbus, OH

    Goodyear - - Responsibilities: Help drive and reach sales goals through guest interactions including tire and service sales. Build guest relationships and ... more

    7 Days Ago

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FAQ about Technical Sales Advisor

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Technical Sales Advisor?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Technical Sales Advisor roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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