What are the main factors that influence an Avionics Technician's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Avionics Technician's salary?

An Avionics Technician's salary grows with experience: starting around $80,920 for beginners, reaching about $82,044 at mid-level, and approach $85,388 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Avionics Technician?

Avionics Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Avionics Technician roles are District of Columbia $82,100, California $81,800, Massachusetts $80,700. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Avionics Technician roles make?

Salaries for Avionics Technician level roles vary by specialization: Avionics Supervisor: $99,237; Avionics Manager: $98,100; Avionics Engineer: $81,478; Avionics Specialist: $76,250; Avionics Electronics Technician: $75,089.

Avionics Technician Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Avionics Technician make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Avionics Technician in District of Columbia is $82,100 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, an Avionics Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,396
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,500 to $92,200
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,581

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Avionics Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,200	$7,683	$1,773	$44
Average	$82,100	$6,842	$1,579	$39
25th Percentile	$74,500	$6,208	$1,433	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Avionics Technician Salaries

An Avionics Technician's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Avionics Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Avionics Technician's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $80,920
Early Career (1-2 years): $81,257
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $82,044
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $84,324
Expert (over 8 years): $85,388

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Avionics Technician	$80,920
Intermediate Level Avionics Technician	$81,257
Senior Level Avionics Technician	$82,044
Specialist Level Avionics Technician	$84,324
Expert Level Avionics Technician	$85,388

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How Do Avionics Technician Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Avionics Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $82,100.
California: $81,800.
Massachusetts: $80,700.

District of Columbia $82,100 California $81,800 Massachusetts $80,700 Washington $80,400 New Jersey $80,400 Alaska $80,200 Connecticut $79,200 New York $78,800

Hawaii $77,500 Rhode Island $76,900 Maryland $76,400 Minnesota $75,900 Colorado $75,600 Illinois $75,600 Oregon $75,300 Delaware $75,100

New Hampshire $74,900 Virginia $74,700 Pennsylvania $73,800 Nevada $73,400 North Dakota $73,200 Michigan $73,000 Wisconsin $72,900 Vermont $72,800

Maine $72,300 Texas $72,300 Arizona $72,200 Ohio $72,200 Georgia $71,500 Indiana $71,200 Wyoming $71,100 Utah $71,000

Iowa $70,900 Kansas $70,600 Louisiana $70,500 North Carolina $70,500 Missouri $70,400 Florida $70,100 Montana $70,000 Nebraska $69,800

Kentucky $69,800 South Carolina $69,500 Tennessee $69,300 Idaho $69,200 New Mexico $68,700 Oklahoma $68,500 Alabama $68,100 South Dakota $67,400

Arkansas $67,000 West Virginia $66,800 Mississippi $66,100

Top Paying Cities for Avionics Technicians

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $82,100
Washington: $82,100
Naval Anacost Annex: $82,100

Parcel Return Service, DC $82,100 Washington, DC $82,100 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $82,100 Washington Navy Yard, DC $82,100

Avionics Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Avionics Technician's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$74,500

Average $82,100/year

$92,200

$6,208

Average $6,842/month

$7,683

$1,433

Average $1,579/week

$1,773

$36

Average $39/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,200	$7,683	$1,773	$44
Average	$82,100	$6,842	$1,579	$39
25th Percentile	$74,500	$6,208	$1,433	$36

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