Sound Engineering Technicians Salary (2025)
Based on 13,080 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $37,570 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $49,910 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $73,130 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $100,280 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $137,370 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$38K
25th
$50K
Median
$73K
75th
$100K
90th
$137K
Highest Paying States for Sound Engineering Technicians
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| New Jersey | $111,170 |
| District of Columbia | $107,510 |
| New York | $99,040 |
| California | $87,550 |
| Massachusetts | $82,510 |
| Tennessee | $81,800 |
| Maryland | $81,050 |
| Florida | $80,920 |
| Nevada | $78,830 |
| Georgia | $76,970 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Sound Engineering Technicians salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is New Jersey at an average of $111,170 per year, while Georgia has an average of $76,970 — a difference of $34,200. 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 Sound Engineering Technicians
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 13,080 workers were employed as Sound Engineering 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 $81,390 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 27-4014