Research Summary. After extensive research by the Zippia data science team, we have identified the current details of field technician salaries by state across the United States for 2026:
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Connecticut continues to lead with the highest field technician salary at $43,239.
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Alaska has the lowest field technician salary at $27,985.
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The national average salary for field technicians is $37,520.
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The national hourly pay for field technicians has risen to $18.04.
You can read more on the specific methodology.
Background
In today’s job market, salary remains a critical factor in career decisions. For most individuals, understanding how much field technicians earn within their region is essential for making informed career choices.
While individual salaries can vary based on experience and specific location, we provide comprehensive data on average salaries for field technicians across all states, adjusted for seniority level. This information equips job seekers with a clearer understanding of what to expect in terms of compensation.
As of 2026, Connecticut remains the state with the best salary offerings for field technicians.
Here’s a quick snapshot of the top ten states for field technician salaries:
Let’s take a look at the full ranking of all states.
Highest-Paid Field Technicians By State
| Rank | State | Average Field Technician Salary | 10th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Connecticut | $43,239 | $30,000 | $60,000 |
| 2 | Hawaii | $42,284 | $37,000 | $47,000 |
| 3 | New York | $41,499 | $29,000 | $58,000 |
| 4 | Massachusetts | $41,431 | $29,000 | $57,000 |
| 5 | Kansas | $40,851 | $30,000 | $55,000 |
| 6 | New Hampshire | $40,746 | $29,000 | $56,000 |
| 7 | Wyoming | $40,628 | $27,000 | $61,000 |
| 8 | New Jersey | $40,010 | $28,000 | $55,000 |
| 9 | Iowa | $39,901 | $27,000 | $57,000 |
| 10 | Rhode Island | $39,251 | $28,000 | $54,000 |
| 11 | California | $39,125 | $28,000 | $53,000 |
| 12 | Minnesota | $38,839 | $24,000 | $61,000 |
| 13 | New Mexico | $38,809 | $29,000 | $51,000 |
| 14 | Nevada | $38,576 | $27,000 | $53,000 |
| 15 | Ohio | $38,388 | $27,000 | $53,000 |
| 16 | Colorado | $38,370 | $27,000 | $53,000 |
| 17 | Illinois | $38,250 | $26,000 | $54,000 |
| 18 | Vermont | $37,864 | $27,000 | $52,000 |
| 19 | Alabama | $37,817 | $29,000 | $49,000 |
| 20 | Louisiana | $37,667 | $28,000 | $49,000 |
| 21 | Maryland | $37,585 | $27,000 | $51,000 |
| 22 | Pennsylvania | $37,319 | $26,000 | $51,000 |
| 23 | Nebraska | $37,061 | $26,000 | $52,000 |
| 24 | Arizona | $36,994 | $27,000 | $49,000 |
| 25 | Georgia | $36,922 | $28,000 | $48,000 |
| 26 | Texas | $36,453 | $27,000 | $47,000 |
| 27 | Delaware | $36,334 | $26,000 | $49,000 |
| 28 | Indiana | $36,180 | $26,000 | $49,000 |
| 29 | Wisconsin | $36,116 | $24,000 | $53,000 |
| 30 | Florida | $35,969 | $27,000 | $46,000 |
| 31 | Tennessee | $35,521 | $27,000 | $46,000 |
| 32 | Michigan | $35,413 | $24,000 | $51,000 |
| 33 | South Carolina | $35,337 | $27,000 | $46,000 |
| 34 | South Dakota | $35,297 | $22,000 | $55,000 |
| 35 | Oklahoma | $35,248 | $26,000 | $46,000 |
| 36 | North Dakota | $35,061 | $20,000 | $60,000 |
| 37 | Utah | $34,875 | $24,000 | $50,000 |
| 38 | Maine | $34,584 | $25,000 | $47,000 |
| 39 | Missouri | $34,294 | $25,000 | $46,000 |
| 40 | North Carolina | $34,171 | $25,000 | $45,000 |
| 41 | Oregon | $34,110 | $20,000 | $55,000 |
| 42 | Idaho | $34,081 | $21,000 | $55,000 |
| 43 | Mississippi | $34,033 | $26,000 | $44,000 |
| 44 | Arkansas | $33,684 | $25,000 | $44,000 |
| 45 | Virginia | $33,551 | $24,000 | $45,000 |
| 46 | Washington | $33,413 | $18,000 | $59,000 |
| 47 | Kentucky | $32,646 | $24,000 | $43,000 |
| 48 | West Virginia | $29,715 | $21,000 | $40,000 |
| 49 | Montana | $29,606 | $16,000 | $51,000 |
| 50 | Alaska | $27,985 | $13,000 | $58,000 |
Methodology: Field Technician Salary By State
To better understand field technician pay by state, Zippia has aggregated data from various reputable sources including the BLS, FLC, and OPM, along with actual listed salaries from job postings. The data science team calculates a weighted average from these inputs to derive the average pay for field technicians by state.
The annual salary data for field technicians was compiled and evaluated, ranking each state based on its average salary.
Field Technician Salary By State FAQs
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What is the highest-paid state for field technicians?
The highest-paid state for field technicians remains Connecticut, with an average salary of $43,239 per year.
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What city pays field technicians the most?
Washington, DC continues to be the top-paying city for field technicians with an average salary of $44,273 per year.
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What is the worst state for field technicians?
The lowest-paying state for field technicians is Alaska, with an average salary of $27,985 per year.
Author
Chris Kolmar is a co-founder of Zippia and the editor-in-chief of the Zippia career advice blog. He has hired over 50 people in his career, been hired five times, and wants to help you land your next job. His research has been featured on the New York Times, Thrillist, VOX, The Atlantic, and a host of local news. More recently, he's been quoted on USA Today, BusinessInsider, and CNBC.
