The 10 States With The Highest Audio Visual Technician Salaries For 2026

In today’s job market, salary remains a top priority for most professionals. If you’re considering a career as an audio visual technician, understanding your potential earnings in different states is crucial.

Factors such as experience level, specific job responsibilities, and location can greatly influence your salary. Fortunately, comprehensive data on average salaries for audio visual technicians across the United States is available, providing a clear picture of what you can expect in various states.

The state offering the highest salary for audio visual technicians, adjusted for cost of living, is Tennessee, home to many thriving media and entertainment industries.

Here’s a snapshot of the top ten states for audio visual technician salaries:

To gain deeper insight into salary variations across the nation, we analyzed the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics regarding average compensation for audio visual technicians by state.

It’s also important to consider the cost of living in each state, as it can impact your salary’s purchasing power. For example, your earnings in North Carolina will stretch further than in California.

Let’s explore how we compiled this data and the full ranking of salaries by state.

How We Determined Pay by State

As previously mentioned, we sourced the average annual salary data for audio visual technicians from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, specifically their ‘Occupational Employment Statistics.’

To ensure a fair comparison across states, we factored in the cost of living in each area. We then developed an index by dividing the average wage for each state by its cost of living relative to the national average. For instance, California has a cost of living index of 135.9, and an average pay of $56,710, leading to an adjusted salary of:

$56,710 * (100 / 135.9) = $41,729

States were then ranked based on this adjusted salary index, with the state showing the highest index receiving the top ranking for audio visual technician salaries.

Here’s a detailed list of salaries for audio visual technicians by state.

Detailed List Of Audio Visual Technician Salaries By State

Rank	State	Adjusted Salary	Average Wage	Cost Of Living
1	Tennessee	$53,310	$47,660	89.4
2	New Mexico	$52,020	$50,200	96.5
3	South Carolina	$51,905	$51,490	99.2
4	Nevada	$51,858	$53,570	103.3
5	Louisiana	$51,772	$49,080	94.8
6	Kansas	$51,523	$46,320	89.9
7	North Carolina	$49,680	$46,650	93.9
8	North Dakota	$49,668	$49,370	99.4
9	Virginia	$49,632	$50,030	100.8
10	Georgia	$49,365	$45,120	91.4
11	Missouri	$49,236	$44,510	90.4
12	Arizona	$47,663	$46,710	98.0
13	Washington	$47,500	$49,970	105.2
14	Utah	$47,473	$44,150	93.0
15	Colorado	$47,369	$49,170	103.8
16	Minnesota	$46,805	$47,180	100.8
17	Illinois	$46,078	$43,590	94.6
18	Texas	$45,953	$41,680	90.7
19	Delaware	$45,927	$46,570	101.4
20	Michigan	$45,471	$40,470	89.0
21	Florida	$45,442	$44,670	98.3
22	Pennsylvania	$45,256	$45,890	101.4
23	Wyoming	$44,945	$41,260	91.8
24	New Jersey	$44,257	$53,950	121.9
25	Iowa	$43,175	$39,290	91.0
26	Connecticut	$43,171	$55,130	127.7
27	Indiana	$42,670	$38,190	89.5
28	Idaho	$42,410	$39,060	92.1
29	Ohio	$42,217	$39,600	93.8
30	New York	$42,091	$55,140	131.0
31	California	$41,729	$56,710	135.9
32	Kentucky	$41,160	$37,250	90.5
33	Oklahoma	$41,042	$36,610	89.2
34	Arkansas	$40,757	$35,500	87.1
35	Nebraska	$40,687	$37,270	91.6
36	Massachusetts	$40,412	$53,910	133.4
37	Oregon	$39,576	$45,750	115.6
38	Rhode Island	$39,179	$47,290	120.7
39	New Hampshire	$39,059	$45,700	117.0
40	Wisconsin	$38,987	$37,740	96.8
41	Mississippi	$38,672	$33,220	85.9
42	Alabama	$38,070	$34,720	91.2
43	Maryland	$37,721	$47,340	125.5
44	Maine	$37,409	$41,450	110.8
45	Montana	$37,093	$37,390	100.8
46	West Virginia	$35,813	$33,450	93.4
47	Vermont	$33,369	$40,410	121.1
48	Alaska	$32,616	$42,760	131.1
49	Hawaii	$32,590	$54,720	167.9
50	South Dakota	$30,867	$32,010	103.7

In conclusion, audio visual technician salaries can vary significantly from state to state, influenced by local economies and cost of living. Understanding these dynamics can help you make informed decisions about your career path and potential relocation. As the demand for skilled audio visual technicians continues to grow in various sectors, now is an excellent time to explore opportunities in this field.

Never miss an opportunity that’s right for you.

Author

Chris Kolmar

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.

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