Communications Equipment Operators, All Other Salary (2025)
Based on 1,200 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $38,900 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $46,460 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $54,680 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $78,470 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $94,640 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$39K
25th
$46K
Median
$55K
75th
$78K
90th
$95K
Highest Paying States for Communications Equipment Operators, All Other
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Missouri | $76,820 |
| California | $74,710 |
| Minnesota | $62,910 |
| Massachusetts | $61,270 |
| Texas | $57,360 |
| Michigan | $51,910 |
| Louisiana | $48,620 |
| Ohio | $48,050 |
| North Carolina | $47,570 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Communications Equipment Operators, All Other salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Missouri at an average of $76,820 per year, while North Carolina has an average of $47,570 — a difference of $29,250. 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 Communications Equipment Operators, All Other
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 1,200 workers were employed as Communications Equipment Operators, All Others in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Office and Administrative Support Occupations. The annual mean wage of $62,130 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 43-2099