These Are The 10 States With The Highest Cable Technician Salaries For 2026

Top 10 States for Highest Cable Technician Salaries in 2026

When considering a career as a cable technician, one of the most critical factors to evaluate is your earning potential. In 2026, cable technician salaries vary significantly across states, reflecting local demand and the cost of living.

While individual salaries may fluctuate based on experience, certifications, and specific roles, we have compiled comprehensive data on the average salaries for cable technicians by state, adjusted for seniority levels. These averages can serve as a reliable benchmark for what you can expect to earn in your area.

To gain insights into how salaries differ nationwide, we reviewed the latest information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics regarding average pay for cable technicians by state.

Moreover, we also factored in the cost of living across states to give a clearer picture of how far your salary can stretch. For instance, a salary in North Carolina goes much further than the same amount in California.

So, which state offers the best salary for cable technicians when adjusted for cost of living? The answer lies in the details of the profession, specifically for Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers.

Here’s a snapshot of the top ten states for cable technician salaries in 2026:

Letâ€™s delve into how these figures were derived and examine a comprehensive ranking of all states.

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How We Determined Pay by State

As noted, we utilized the average annual salary data for cable technicians from the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics reports, specifically their ‘Occupational Employment Statistics.’

To ensure a fair comparison of salaries across states, we also considered the cost of living in each region.

We created an index by dividing the average wage for a state by the average cost of living. For example, if the cost of living index in a state is 135.9 and the average pay is $56,610, our index value would be calculated as follows:

$56,610 * (100 / 135.9) = $41,655

We ranked each state according to this index, identifying the state with the highest salary index as offering the best average pay for cable technicians.

Detailed List of Cable Technician Salaries by State

Rank	State	Adjusted Salary	Average Wage	Cost Of Living
1	North Dakota	$64,396	$64,010	99.4
2	Mississippi	$62,956	$54,080	85.9
3	Illinois	$62,315	$58,950	94.6
4	Arizona	$61,744	$60,510	98.0
5	Georgia	$60,492	$55,290	91.4
6	Colorado	$60,366	$62,660	103.8
7	Virginia	$59,821	$60,300	100.8
8	Michigan	$59,685	$53,120	89.0
9	Rhode Island	$58,823	$71,000	120.7
10	Arkansas	$58,656	$51,090	87.1
11	Utah	$58,537	$54,440	93.0
12	New Hampshire	$58,341	$68,260	117.0
13	Alabama	$58,190	$53,070	91.2
14	Nebraska	$57,707	$52,860	91.6
15	Wyoming	$57,200	$52,510	91.8
16	West Virginia	$57,184	$53,410	93.4
17	Minnesota	$56,984	$57,440	100.8
18	South Dakota	$56,538	$58,630	103.7
19	Iowa	$56,384	$51,310	91.0
20	Louisiana	$56,350	$53,420	94.8
21	New Mexico	$56,290	$54,320	96.5
22	Alaska	$56,224	$73,710	131.1
23	Indiana	$55,798	$49,940	89.5
24	Nevada	$54,898	$56,710	103.3
25	Washington	$54,667	$57,510	105.2
26	Montana	$54,355	$54,790	100.8
27	Kansas	$54,226	$48,750	89.9
28	North Carolina	$53,993	$50,700	93.9
29	Pennsylvania	$53,816	$54,570	101.4
30	South Carolina	$53,679	$53,250	99.2
31	Missouri	$53,119	$48,020	90.4
32	Ohio	$52,803	$49,530	93.8
33	Texas	$52,701	$47,800	90.7
34	Tennessee	$52,382	$46,830	89.4
35	Wisconsin	$52,190	$50,520	96.8
36	Kentucky	$52,165	$47,210	90.5
37	Florida	$52,065	$51,180	98.3
38	Massachusetts	$51,821	$69,130	133.4
39	Oklahoma	$51,479	$45,920	89.2
40	Idaho	$51,357	$47,300	92.1
41	New Jersey	$51,214	$62,430	121.9
42	New York	$50,259	$65,840	131.0
43	Maine	$49,783	$55,160	110.8
44	Vermont	$49,289	$59,690	121.1
45	Connecticut	$47,329	$60,440	127.7
46	Oregon	$46,851	$54,160	115.6
47	Maryland	$43,697	$54,840	125.5
48	California	$41,655	$56,610	135.9
49	Hawaii	$37,355	$62,720	167.9

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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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