New York Median
$67,600
per year
Hourly Rate
$32.50
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+16% vs US median
US median $58,100
State Rank
#5 of 49
7,990 employed here
How much do Audio and Video Technicians make in New York?
Audio and Video Technicians in New York take home a median of $67,600 annually — roughly $32.50 an hour — which runs 16% above the national median of $58,100.
Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $42,620 while the top 10% make $115,010 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $53,780 and $92,760 a year.
Audio and Video Technicians salary range in New York
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $42,620 | $20.49 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $53,780 | $25.86 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $67,600 | $32.50 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $92,760 | $44.60 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $115,010 | $55.29 |
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How New York compares
New York ranks 5th out of 49 states and territories for Audio and Video Technicians pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Audio and Video Technicians salary in other states
District of Columbia $78,770New Jersey $71,040Maryland $70,040Washington $69,270California $64,620Rhode Island $64,070Nevada $62,770Connecticut $62,120Alaska $62,060Illinois $60,740Hawaii $60,150Delaware $59,700Michigan $58,300Pennsylvania $56,890Colorado $56,790New Hampshire $56,180Florida $54,230Virginia $53,960Minnesota $53,800Oregon $52,000South Carolina $52,000Vermont $51,500Wisconsin $51,390Georgia $51,350Iowa $51,030Missouri $50,680Nebraska $50,660Alabama $50,160North Dakota $50,110Kansas $50,030Tennessee $49,970Idaho $49,950Ohio $49,890Indiana $49,870Wyoming $49,680Texas $49,440Oklahoma $49,010Utah $48,730Kentucky $48,320Arizona $47,140New Mexico $47,070Montana $46,700North Carolina $46,700West Virginia $46,590Maine $46,080Louisiana $44,480Arkansas $43,910Mississippi $43,500
Working as Audio and Video Technicians in New York
Nationally, about 70,000 people work as Audio and Video Technicians in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare New York pay ($67,600) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much do Audio and Video Technicians make in New York?
The median Audio and Video Technicians salary in New York is $67,600 per year, or about $32.50 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $42,620 at the entry level to $115,010 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Audio and Video Technicians about 16% more than the national median of $58,100. New York ranks 5th out of 49 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Audio and Video Technicians?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $67,600 a year. About 7,990 Audio and Video Technicians are employed in New York. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.