Audio and Video Technicians Salary in Albuquerque, NM

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Albuquerque, NM

Median annual salary $37,440 -31.7% vs national
Median hourly $18.00
10th percentile $24,960
90th percentile $64,890
Employed locally 210
National median $54,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $24,960
    25th
    $28,710
    50th (median)
    $37,440
    75th
    $57,200
    90th
    $64,890

    Albuquerque economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,995 2023 • Census ACS
    Audio and Video Technicians salary vs area income 55% Median Audio and Video Technicians salary is 45% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Audio and Video Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $78,480
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $76,450
    Waterbury-Shelton, CT $76,170
    Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ $75,660
    Springfield, MA $75,560
    New Jersey $75,220

    Nearby metros — Audio and Video Technicians salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Northern New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area $65,030
    Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area $64,460
    Southern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area $58,000
    Maryland nonmetropolitan area $54,820
    Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area $54,330
    Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area $53,360

    Related occupations in Albuquerque, NM

    OccupationMedian salary
    Graphic Designers $59,140
    Public Relations Specialists $69,680
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $35,790
    Coaches and Scouts $34,620
    Producers and Directors $64,840
    Interpreters and Translators $60,590

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Audio and Video Technicians make per hour in Albuquerque?

    The median hourly wage for Audio and Video Technicians in Albuquerque, NM is $18.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.64 or more per hour.

    Is Albuquerque above or below average for Audio and Video Technicians salaries?

    The median Audio and Video Technicians salary in Albuquerque, NM is 31.7% below the national median of $54,830. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Audio and Video Technicians in Albuquerque?

    Entry-level Audio and Video Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $24,960 per year in Albuquerque, NM. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,710.