Audio and Video Technicians Salary (2025)
Based on 70,230 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $37,990 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $46,390 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $58,100 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $77,560 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $100,650 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$38K
25th
$46K
Median
$58K
75th
$78K
90th
$101K
Highest Paying States for Audio and Video Technicians
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $82,040 |
| Washington | $77,940 |
| New York | $75,760 |
| New Jersey | $74,430 |
| California | $73,150 |
| Maryland | $72,980 |
| Nevada | $68,920 |
| Illinois | $67,840 |
| Georgia | $67,460 |
| Connecticut | $67,010 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Audio and Video Technicians salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $82,040 per year, while Connecticut has an average of $67,010 — a difference of $15,030. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Audio and Video Technicians
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 70,230 workers were employed as Audio and Video Technicianss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations. The annual mean wage of $64,630 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 27-4011