Elevator and Escalator Installers and Repairers Salary (2025)
Based on 23,790 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $59,270 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $79,290 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $109,910 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $135,720 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $158,890 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$59K
25th
$79K
Median
$110K
75th
$136K
90th
$159K
Highest Paying States for Elevator and Escalator Installers and Repairers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Nevada | $141,910 |
| New Jersey | $138,440 |
| California | $137,670 |
| New York | $130,360 |
| Oregon | $128,170 |
| Washington | $127,680 |
| Illinois | $125,180 |
| Missouri | $123,640 |
| Massachusetts | $123,100 |
| Maine | $122,840 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Elevator and Escalator Installers and Repairers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Nevada at an average of $141,910 per year, while Maine has an average of $122,840 — a difference of $19,070. 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 Elevator and Escalator Installers and Repairers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 23,790 workers were employed as Elevator and Escalator Installers and Repairerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Construction and Extraction Occupations. The annual mean wage of $109,820 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 47-4021