Audio and Video Technicians Salary in Athens, GA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Athens-Clarke County, GA

Median annual salary $34,620 -36.9% vs national
Median hourly $16.64
10th percentile $34,620
90th percentile $60,660
National median $54,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,620
    25th
    $34,620
    50th (median)
    $34,620
    75th
    $42,170
    90th
    $60,660

    Athens economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.30% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $62,897 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
    Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV $60,140
    Gainesville, FL $59,680
    Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC $56,530
    Michigan $52,240
    Savannah, GA $52,050
    Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA $51,170

    Related occupations in Athens, GA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $38,700
    Coaches and Scouts $49,120
    Public Relations Specialists $61,980
    Graphic Designers $47,130
    Interior Designers $54,370
    Floral Designers $36,080

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Audio and Video Technicians in Athens, GA is $16.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.78 or more per hour.

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

    The median Audio and Video Technicians salary in Athens, GA is 36.9% 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 Athens?

    Entry-level Audio and Video Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $34,620 per year in Athens, GA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,620.