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Calibration technologists and technicians Salary in the United States

Median pay, percentile range, and top US metros — official BLS data.

The median salary for Calibration technologists and technicians in the United States is $67,820 per year — about $33 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of all workers in this occupation earn between $56,380 and $92,080 a year.

Median annual salary
$67,820
~$33/hr · ~$5,652/mo
Total US jobs
16K
Faster than average
Education
Associate's degree
Growth: +5%

Salary range

10th %ile
$46,680
25th %ile
$56,380
Median
$67,820
75th %ile
$92,080
90th %ile
$106,550

Top US metros for Calibration technologists and technicians

MetroLocal salary
Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX$99,400
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA$107,220
San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA$101,840
New Orleans-Metairie, LA$82,100
Baton Rouge, LA$80,670
Raleigh-Cary, NC$83,500
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA$99,660
Columbus, OH$79,950
Corpus Christi, TX$77,380
Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA$95,180

Frequently asked questions

How much do Calibration technologists and technicians make in the US?

The median salary is $67,820 per year (about $33 per hour), according to BLS data. The middle 50% of workers earn between $56,380 and $92,080 a year.

How much do Calibration technologists and technicians make per hour?

About $33 per hour, based on the median annual salary of $67,820 for full-time work (2,080 hours per year).

What education do you need to work as Calibration technologists and technicians?

Typical entry-level education: Associate's degree, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Do these salary figures include bonuses or overtime?

No. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics reflect base wages only — they exclude overtime pay, bonuses, and most benefits.

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Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. (May 2025 OEWS.)