SOC 27-4012 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Broadcast Technicians is $53,914 per year ($25.92/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $36,899 and $80,392 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $115,398 per year. There are approximately 21,080 broadcast technicians employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $14.04 | $29,203 |
| P25 | $17.74 | $36,899 |
| P50MEDIAN | $25.92 | $53,914 |
| P75 | $38.65 | $80,392 |
| P90 | $55.48 | $115,398 |
Professional & Business Services was the only sector with openings growth (+64K) in February. Quit rates eased to 2.6%. Active hiring continues for specialized roles, particularly at senior levels.
The national median salary for Broadcast Technicians is $53,914 per year ($25.92/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $36,899 and $80,392 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Broadcast Technicians is $115,398 per year ($55.48/hr). The 75th percentile is $80,392 per year.
Entry-level Broadcast Technicians (10th percentile) earn approximately $29,203 per year ($14.04/hr). The 25th percentile is $36,899 per year.
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