Communications Equipment Operators Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for communications equipment operatorss 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 $43,140 ≈ $21/hr
National median salary $39,140
Total employment 38,910 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 communications equipment operators make in the U.S.?
The median communications equipment operators salary in the United States is $39,140 per year (mean $43,140), and about 80% earn between $30,120 and $61,580.
How much do communications equipment operators make per hour?
Roughly $21 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $43,140 and 2,080 work hours per year.