Calibration Technologists and Technicians Salary (2025)
Based on 16,540 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $46,680 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $56,380 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $67,820 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $92,080 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $106,550 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$47K
25th
$56K
Median
$68K
75th
$92K
90th
$107K
Highest Paying States for Calibration Technologists and Technicians
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $96,460 |
| Louisiana | $82,770 |
| Maryland | $82,520 |
| California | $82,510 |
| New Jersey | $81,530 |
| Texas | $77,490 |
| Virginia | $77,340 |
| Oklahoma | $76,020 |
| Utah | $75,290 |
| New Mexico | $74,410 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Calibration Technologists and Technicians salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $96,460 per year, while New Mexico has an average of $74,410 — a difference of $22,050. 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 Calibration Technologists and Technicians
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 16,540 workers were employed as Calibration Technologists and Technicianss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Architecture and Engineering Occupations. The annual mean wage of $74,170 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 17-3028