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

Top 10 States with the Highest Education Technician Salaries in 2026

When considering career options, salary remains the top priority for most individuals, particularly for education technicians. As professionals in this field, knowing the average salaries in different states is crucial.

While your specific salary may vary based on your location and experience, comprehensive data on average salaries for education technicians across the United States is available. This data, segmented by seniority level, provides a general estimate of what you can expect to earn.

To analyze the current landscape of education technician salaries, we examined the most recent data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics regarding average pay by state.

Moreover, we adjusted these salary figures based on the cost of living in each state. For example, a salary in North Carolina will stretch further than in California.

The highest salary for education technicians, after adjusting for cost of living, is found in the category of Education, Training, and Library Workers, All Other.

Here’s a quick overview of the top ten states for education technician salaries:

Let’s delve deeper into how we compiled this data and provide a full ranking of all states.

How We Determined Pay by State

To establish an accurate comparison, we analyzed average annual salary data for education technicians sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, specifically their ‘Occupational Employment Statistics’ for 2024.

We further factored in the cost of living in each state to facilitate an equitable salary comparison. We created an index by dividing the average wage by the cost of living relative to the national average. For instance, if California has a cost of living index of 135.9 and an average salary of $43,790, the adjusted salary would be calculated as follows:

$43,790 * (100 / 135.9) = $32,222

We ranked each state according to this adjusted index, with the state yielding the highest adjusted salary ranking at the top.

Below is the comprehensive ranking for all states.

Detailed List of Education Technician Salaries by State

Rank	State	Adjusted Salary	Average Wage	Cost of Living
1	Florida	$60,854	$59,820	98.3
2	North Carolina	$56,964	$53,490	93.9
3	Nevada	$53,407	$55,170	103.3
4	Ohio	$53,070	$49,780	93.8
5	Vermont	$52,155	$63,160	121.1
6	Arkansas	$52,123	$45,400	87.1
7	Washington	$51,473	$54,150	105.2
8	Minnesota	$49,176	$49,570	100.8
9	Louisiana	$49,145	$46,590	94.8
10	Georgia	$48,829	$44,630	91.4
11	Nebraska	$48,591	$44,510	91.6
12	Texas	$48,566	$44,050	90.7
13	Wisconsin	$48,243	$46,700	96.8
14	Mississippi	$47,753	$41,020	85.9
15	Rhode Island	$46,487	$56,110	120.7
16	Missouri	$46,316	$41,870	90.4
17	Utah	$46,075	$42,850	93.0
18	Kentucky	$45,911	$41,550	90.5
19	South Carolina	$45,221	$44,860	99.2
20	Indiana	$44,837	$40,130	89.5
21	North Dakota	$44,768	$44,500	99.4
22	Illinois	$44,640	$42,230	94.6
23	New Jersey	$44,569	$54,330	121.9
24	Wyoming	$44,379	$40,740	91.8
25	Kansas	$44,327	$39,850	89.9
26	New Hampshire	$43,871	$51,330	117.0
27	Pennsylvania	$42,869	$43,470	101.4
28	Tennessee	$42,516	$38,010	89.4
29	New Mexico	$41,854	$40,390	96.5
30	Connecticut	$41,769	$53,340	127.7
31	Virginia	$41,329	$41,660	100.8
32	Alabama	$39,462	$35,990	91.2
33	Michigan	$38,910	$34,630	89.0
34	Delaware	$38,698	$39,240	101.4
35	Massachusetts	$38,463	$51,310	133.4
36	Maryland	$38,366	$48,150	125.5
37	Oklahoma	$38,340	$34,200	89.2
38	Arizona	$38,316	$37,550	98.0
39	Montana	$37,470	$37,770	100.8
40	South Dakota	$36,962	$38,330	103.7
41	Iowa	$36,516	$33,230	91.0
42	Oregon	$35,207	$40,700	115.6
43	New York	$34,290	$44,920	131.0
44	Idaho	$33,181	$30,560	92.1
45	West Virginia	$32,912	$30,740	93.4
46	Maine	$32,554	$36,070	110.8
47	California	$32,222	$43,790	135.9
48	Hawaii	$30,726	$51,590	167.9
49	Alaska	$27,002	$35,400	131.1

For those looking to build a career as an education technician, understanding the salary landscape across the United States is vital. With the rise of remote and hybrid job opportunities, the potential for flexible work arrangements and competitive salaries is more accessible than ever. Stay informed and explore opportunities that align with your career goals.

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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