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Job outlook for technical advisors in the United States
Technical advisor job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected technical advisor job growth rate is 10% from 2018-2028.
About 83,100 new jobs for technical advisors are projected over the next decade.
Technical advisor salaries have increased 9% for technical advisors in the last 5 years.
There are over 24,680 technical advisors currently employed in the United States.
There are 118,740 active technical advisor job openings in the US.
The average technical advisor salary is $106,686.
Are technical advisor jobs in demand?
Technical advisor job and salary trends over time
Technical advisor jobs over time
Technical advisor job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 24,680 | 0.01% |
| 2020 | 8,065 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 10,244 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 4,133 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 4,022 | 0.00% |
Average technical advisor salary over time
Technical advisor salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $106,686 | $51.29 | +3.4% |
| 2024 | $103,171 | $49.60 | +2.3% |
| 2023 | $100,835 | $48.48 | +1.5% |
| 2022 | $99,312 | $47.75 | +1.7% |
| 2021 | $97,690 | $46.97 | +1.6% |
Technical advisor jobs by state
Most common states for technical advisors
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 370 | 53% |
| 2 | Vermont | 623,657 | 221 | 35% |
| 3 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 217 | 29% |
| 4 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 160 | 28% |
| 5 | Delaware | 961,939 | 237 | 25% |
| 6 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 320 | 24% |
| 7 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 1,252 | 22% |
| 8 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 807 | 22% |
| 9 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 1,193 | 21% |
| 10 | Alaska | 739,795 | 158 | 21% |
| 11 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 1,180 | 20% |
| 12 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 610 | 20% |
| 13 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 1,160 | 19% |
| 14 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 196 | 19% |
| 15 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 156 | 18% |
| 16 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 2,148 | 17% |
| 17 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 328 | 17% |
| 18 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 1,694 | 16% |
| 19 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 171 | 16% |
| 20 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 1,390 | 15% |
Most common cities for technical advisors
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Frankfort | 2 | 7% | $85,079 |
| 2 | Annapolis | 2 | 5% | $117,674 |
| 3 | Dover | 2 | 5% | $90,989 |
| 4 | Bethesda | 2 | 3% | $117,321 |
| 5 | Washington | 5 | 1% | $116,491 |
| 6 | Atlanta | 3 | 1% | $93,387 |
| 7 | Aurora | 2 | 1% | $88,240 |
| 8 | Baton Rouge | 2 | 1% | $103,374 |
| 9 | Des Moines | 2 | 1% | $84,942 |
| 10 | Little Rock | 2 | 1% | $82,772 |
| 11 | Montgomery | 2 | 1% | $84,097 |
| 12 | Baltimore | 2 | 0% | $117,839 |
| 13 | Boston | 2 | 0% | $115,278 |
| 14 | Chicago | 2 | 0% | $103,133 |
| 15 | Colorado Springs | 2 | 0% | $88,919 |
| 16 | Indianapolis | 2 | 0% | $98,228 |
| 17 | Miami | 2 | 0% | $97,372 |
Technical Advisor job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of technical advisor experts
The University of Texas at San Antonio
What general advice would you give to a Technical Advisor?
Dr. Neil Eldin PhD, PE: Things don’t just happen. You must develop a career plan to maximize your salary potential when starting your career. Find the right employer for yourself. For example, if you are mobile and willing to travel, target employers with international projects. After working for a few years, you can request a transfer to an overseas assignment, and this will instantaneously almost double your salary. If you are not mobile and your circumstances do not allow your travel, seek employment with major corporations and seek positions that are done at the home office (e.g., estimating, procurement, and contracting).
Derek Plantenga
Graduate Advisor of Record and Senior LecturerThe University of Texas at San Antonio
The Department of Social Work
What's a good job out of college for Technical Advisors?
Derek Plantenga: It is important for graduates to balance realism and intentionality when seeking a first job post-MSW. On the one hand, it is not likely that the first job out of school will be someone's dream job-those opportunities tend to come with experience. On the other hand, graduates are wise to consider their first job as a purposeful extension of their professional growth. Seek out a position that provides a genuine opportunity to serve others, aligns with your passion and allows you the opportunity to gain a new skill or additional experience that will move you a step closer toward your dream job. It doesn't have to be the perfect job. Use any position you obtain as a learning experience, and keep an open mind along the way. Sometimes goals can evolve. Pay attention to what excites you or fulfills you, and be open to exploring new directions for your career in social work. The prospects for social workers are strong!