Broadcast, Sound, and Lighting Technicians Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for broadcast, sound, and lighting technicianss across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).
National mean salary $68,260 ≈ $33/hr
National median salary $60,150
Total employment 113,320 nationwide
State-level and metro breakdowns aren’t published for this aggregate occupation group. National figures are shown above; browse a specific occupation for full state detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do broadcast, sound, and lighting technicians make in the U.S.?
The median broadcast, sound, and lighting technicians salary in the United States is $60,150 per year (mean $68,260), and about 80% earn between $37,130 and $108,440.
How much do broadcast, sound, and lighting technicians make per hour?
Roughly $33 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $68,260 and 2,080 work hours per year.