Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for recreational vehicle service 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 $56,440 ≈ $27/hr
National median salary $52,000
Total employment 17,430 nationwide
Job Outlook, 2024–2034
Source: BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034.
Projected growth +11.5%
Much faster than average
Annual openings 2,800 per year (avg)
Employment 2024→2034 19,500 → 21,700 (+2,200)
Typical entry education High school diploma or equivalent
Salary Map
Brighter tiles = higher average pay; dashed tiles have no data. Click a state for details.
💰 Top 5 Highest-Paying States
- Nevada$75,370
- Arizona$72,960
- Colorado$66,000
- New Jersey$65,410
- California$64,010
📉 5 Lowest-Paying States
- West Virginia$35,130
- Missouri$45,480
- Kansas$46,840
- Mississippi$46,880
- Pennsylvania$47,030
State Rankings
| # | State | Mean | Median | Hourly | vs. U.S. | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nevada | $75,370 | $65,200 | $36 | +33.5% | 210 |
| 2 | Arizona | $72,960 | $49,250 | $35 | +29.3% | 900 |
| 3 | Colorado | $66,000 | $60,760 | $32 | +16.9% | 530 |
| 4 | New Jersey | $65,410 | $60,760 | $31 | +15.9% | 90 |
| 5 | California | $64,010 | $68,240 | $31 | +13.4% | 1,070 |
| 6 | North Carolina | $63,650 | $62,000 | $31 | +12.8% | 400 |
| 7 | Florida | $63,200 | $60,560 | $30 | +12% | 1,040 |
| 8 | Utah | $60,300 | $58,090 | $29 | +6.8% | 240 |
| 9 | Massachusetts | $60,180 | $61,470 | $29 | +6.6% | 240 |
| 10 | Washington | $60,020 | $52,280 | $29 | +6.3% | 500 |
| 11 | New Hampshire | $59,800 | $62,090 | $29 | +6% | 40 |
| 12 | Tennessee | $59,440 | $58,440 | $29 | +5.3% | 430 |
| 13 | Oklahoma | $58,550 | $58,990 | $28 | +3.7% | 270 |
| 14 | Wyoming | $57,090 | $56,200 | $27 | +1.2% | 30 |
| 15 | Connecticut | $56,880 | $51,460 | $27 | +0.8% | 30 |
| 16 | New York | $56,820 | $57,720 | $27 | +0.7% | 370 |
| 17 | South Carolina | $56,650 | $56,490 | $27 | +0.4% | 230 |
| 18 | Wisconsin | $56,630 | $58,390 | $27 | +0.3% | 330 |
| 19 | Minnesota | $56,240 | $59,410 | $27 | -0.4% | 240 |
| 20 | Idaho | $55,890 | $49,550 | $27 | -1% | 370 |
| 21 | Oregon | $55,750 | $54,570 | $27 | -1.2% | 650 |
| 22 | Georgia | $55,740 | $53,290 | $27 | -1.2% | 490 |
| 23 | Indiana | $54,680 | $56,750 | $26 | -3.1% | 1,290 |
| 24 | Alaska | $54,450 | $54,410 | $26 | -3.5% | 120 |
| 25 | Ohio | $54,410 | $54,350 | $26 | -3.6% | 590 |
| 26 | Montana | $54,330 | $57,310 | $26 | -3.7% | 140 |
| 27 | Arkansas | $53,910 | $48,800 | $26 | -4.5% | 190 |
| 28 | New Mexico | $53,660 | $49,720 | $26 | -4.9% | 150 |
| 29 | North Dakota | $53,130 | $50,390 | $26 | -5.9% | 60 |
| 30 | Texas | $53,010 | $49,710 | $25 | -6.1% | 1,890 |
| 31 | Nebraska | $50,780 | $56,510 | $24 | -10% | 110 |
| 32 | Iowa | $50,570 | $48,030 | $24 | -10.4% | 420 |
| 33 | Kentucky | $50,440 | $47,800 | $24 | -10.6% | 200 |
| 34 | Maine | $50,320 | $48,990 | $24 | -10.8% | 120 |
| 35 | Virginia | $49,790 | $41,280 | $24 | -11.8% | 340 |
| 36 | Illinois | $49,630 | $47,600 | $24 | -12.1% | 180 |
| 37 | Alabama | $49,260 | $47,760 | $24 | -12.7% | 370 |
| 38 | South Dakota | $48,400 | $39,820 | $23 | -14.2% | 30 |
| 39 | Michigan | $48,360 | $41,600 | $23 | -14.3% | 640 |
| 40 | Louisiana | $47,200 | $45,390 | $23 | -16.4% | 360 |
| 41 | Pennsylvania | $47,030 | $48,240 | $23 | -16.7% | 640 |
| 42 | Mississippi | $46,880 | $46,400 | $23 | -16.9% | 170 |
| 43 | Kansas | $46,840 | $45,020 | $23 | -17% | 130 |
| 44 | Missouri | $45,480 | $46,980 | $22 | -19.4% | 460 |
| 45 | West Virginia | $35,130 | $35,920 | $17 | -37.8% | 70 |
Top-Paying Metro Areas
Highest median pay among 91 metro areas.
| # | Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vallejo, CA | $75,550 | $71,490 | 30 |
| 2 | Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA | $72,380 | $67,700 | 90 |
| 3 | Jacksonville, FL | $71,980 | $66,950 | 180 |
| 4 | Bakersfield-Delano, CA | $71,690 | $65,850 | 60 |
| 5 | Stockton-Lodi, CA | $71,200 | $63,410 | 50 |
| 6 | Redding, CA | $70,720 | $63,760 | 40 |
| 7 | Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA | $69,300 | $62,270 | 40 |
| 8 | Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV | $66,190 | $78,950 | 150 |
| 9 | Reno, NV | $65,200 | $67,140 | 50 |
| 10 | Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL | $64,480 | $66,950 | 150 |
Pay by Industry
Highest-paying industries employing recreational vehicle service technicianss (BLS OEWS, by median).
| # | Industry | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Automobile Dealers | $61,730 | $66,760 | 60 |
| 2 | Rental and Leasing Services (5322, 5323, and 5324 only) | $61,340 | $63,350 | — |
| 3 | Automotive Body, Paint, Interior, and Glass Repair | $57,330 | $55,800 | 340 |
| 4 | Motor Vehicle and Motor Vehicle Parts and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers | $56,140 | $53,960 | 490 |
| 5 | Other Motor Vehicle Dealers | $55,480 | $58,220 | 11,940 |
| 6 | Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods | $55,230 | $53,210 | 520 |
| 7 | Sector 42 - Wholesale Trade | $55,230 | $53,210 | 520 |
| 8 | Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers | $55,200 | $58,170 | 12,110 |
| 9 | Sectors 44 and 45 - Retail Trade | $55,160 | $58,110 | 12,200 |
| 10 | Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers | $54,030 | $51,180 | 90 |
| 11 | Other Miscellaneous Retailers | $54,030 | $51,180 | 90 |
| 12 | Motor Vehicle Body and Trailer Manufacturing | $52,850 | $54,130 | 950 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do recreational vehicle service technicians make in the U.S.?
The median recreational vehicle service technicians salary in the United States is $52,000 per year (mean $56,440), and about 80% earn between $36,120 and $77,960.
How much do recreational vehicle service technicians make per hour?
Roughly $27 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $56,440 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Which state pays recreational vehicle service technicians the most?
Nevada has the highest average pay for recreational vehicle service technicians at $75,370 per year (median $65,200).
What is the job outlook for recreational vehicle service technicians?
Employment is projected to change +11.5% from 2024 to 2034 (Much faster than average), with about 2,800 openings per year.