Lighting Technicians Salary (2025)
Based on 8,900 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $42,310 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $52,770 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $68,060 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $95,640 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $130,760 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$42K
25th
$53K
Median
$68K
75th
$96K
90th
$131K
Highest Paying States for Lighting Technicians
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $128,570 |
| California | $93,240 |
| New Jersey | $90,900 |
| New York | $86,010 |
| Georgia | $80,730 |
| Connecticut | $77,880 |
| Louisiana | $76,720 |
| Tennessee | $75,390 |
| Oklahoma | $74,340 |
| Oregon | $68,750 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Lighting Technicians salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $128,570 per year, while Oregon has an average of $68,750 — a difference of $59,820. 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 Lighting Technicians
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 8,900 workers were employed as Lighting 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 $78,380 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 27-4015