Other Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations: Median Salary $57,440 (2025)
If you work in one of the roles grouped under "Other Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations," the national median salary is $57,440, according to the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics data. That works out to roughly $28 per hour for the median earner, with a mean wage of $60,250. The full range is wide: from $36,780 at the 10th percentile to $90,620 at the 90th percentile. These figures are from the BLS OEWS survey and reflect 2024-2025 estimates.
How much Other Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations earn
The typical worker in this broad occupational group earns about $57,440 a year. Half of all workers earn between $36,780 and $90,620, meaning the lowest-paid 10 percent make less than $36,780, while the highest-paid 10 percent take home over $90,620.
These jobs cover a wide range of specialized trades—from HVAC service technicians to industrial machinery mechanics, and from electrical repairers to wind turbine technicians. Pay depends heavily on your exact role, industry, experience, and location. The mean annual wage of $60,250 suggests that higher earners pull the average above the median.
Pay by state
The BLS does not publish specific highest- or lowest-paying states for this occupation group in the most recent data release. However, installation, maintenance, and repair jobs tend to pay more in states with strong energy, manufacturing, or construction sectors, and in high-cost-of-living areas. States like Alaska, North Dakota, and Massachusetts historically lead in pay for such roles. Lower pay is common in southern and rural states such as Mississippi, Arkansas, and West Virginia.
Because the occupational category is broad, local wages vary widely within the range of $36,780 to $90,620. Use the BLS State Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates tool for state-specific figures.
How to become Other Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupation
Most roles in this category require a high school diploma plus some form of postsecondary training, such as a technical certificate, an apprenticeship, or an associate degree. Common entry paths include trade school programs, on-the-job training, or apprenticeship programs lasting 1 to 5 years.
Many jobs also require certification or licensing specific to the trade—such as the EPA Section 608 certification for HVAC technicians or the Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) for industrial repairers. For some specialized work, like elevator installation or wind turbine repair, employers often require previous experience in a related field.
- Earn a high school diploma or GED.
- Complete a trade school program or apprenticeship (1–5 years).
- Obtain industry certifications or state licenses as needed.
- Gain entry-level experience, often as a helper or assistant.
Job outlook
The BLS does not provide a specific projected growth rate for the "Other Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations" group from 2024 to 2034. However, many individual occupations within this umbrella are expected to grow at average or faster-than-average rates. For example, wind turbine technicians are projected to grow 44% from 2023 to 2033, while industrial machinery mechanics see growth around 12%. With over 3.2 million people currently employed in these roles, demand for skilled repair and maintenance workers remains steady, driven by the need to keep machinery, equipment, and infrastructure running.
Frequently asked questions
What jobs are included in Other Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations?
This BLS category covers a wide range of jobs that don't fit neatly into other specific repair or installation titles. Examples include industrial machinery mechanics, HVAC mechanics and installers, electrical and electronics repairers, wind turbine service technicians, and millwrights. The full list is available from the BLS Standard Occupational Classification system.
What is the average hourly rate for these occupations?
The mean hourly wage is about $28 per hour, based on the mean annual salary of $60,250 divided by a 40-hour workweek for 52 weeks. The median hourly wage is roughly $27.60.
Do you need a college degree for these jobs?
Most jobs in this category do not require a bachelor’s degree. A high school diploma plus technical training (certificate, apprenticeship, or associate degree) is the typical path. Some advanced roles may prefer additional certifications.
Is this occupation growing?
The BLS does not publish a combined growth rate for this group, but many individual occupations within it are projected to grow at average or faster rates. Overall, demand for installation and repair workers is driven by ongoing infrastructure needs and technological advances.
Salary figures are U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates (OEWS / Employment Projections). For informational purposes only; not career or financial advice. See the full Other Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations data.