What are the main factors that influence a Pump Technician's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Pump Technician's salary?

A Pump Technician's salary grows with experience: a Hot Oil Unit Operator (0-1 years)earns $56,634, an Pump Technician (1-3 years)earns $67,938, an Oil and Gas Field Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $110,598, an Oil and Gas Superintendent (5+ years)earns $178,459,

What are the highest paying states for a Pump Technician?

Pump Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pump Technician roles are District of Columbia $67,839, California $67,582, Massachusetts $66,681. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Pump Technician roles make?

Salaries for Pump Technician level roles vary by specialization: TURBINE PUMP INSTALLER: $69,294; Pump Installer: $67,303; Pump Down Operator: $63,551; Pump Assembler: $60,261; Pump Truck Driver: $59,580.

Pump Technician Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Pump Technician make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Pump Technician in District of Columbia is $68,194 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

However, a Pump Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $84,549
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,502 to $76,755
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,319

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Pump Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,755	$6,396	$1,476	$37
Average	$68,194	$5,683	$1,311	$33
25th Percentile	$62,502	$5,208	$1,202	$30

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Key Factors That Influence Pump Technician Salaries

A Pump Technician's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Pump Technician Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Pump Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $67,839.
California: $67,582.
Massachusetts: $66,681.

District of Columbia $67,839 California $67,582 Massachusetts $66,681 Washington $66,436 New Jersey $66,411 Alaska $66,326 Connecticut $65,480 New York $65,137

Hawaii $64,040 Rhode Island $63,526 Maryland $63,176 Minnesota $62,698 Colorado $62,515 Illinois $62,453 Oregon $62,220 Delaware $62,049

New Hampshire $61,941 Virginia $61,700 Pennsylvania $60,995 Nevada $60,640 North Dakota $60,523 Michigan $60,339 Wisconsin $60,272 Vermont $60,137

Texas $59,764 Maine $59,739 Arizona $59,702 Ohio $59,659 Georgia $59,096 Indiana $58,814 Wyoming $58,759 Utah $58,673

Iowa $58,636 Kansas $58,342 Louisiana $58,256 North Carolina $58,226 Missouri $58,213 Florida $57,974 Montana $57,846 Nebraska $57,723

Kentucky $57,656 South Carolina $57,411 Tennessee $57,258 Idaho $57,196 New Mexico $56,749 Oklahoma $56,651 Alabama $56,289 South Dakota $55,683

Arkansas $55,352 West Virginia $55,174 Mississippi $54,641

Top Paying Cities for Pump Technicians

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $67,839
Washington: $67,839
Naval Anacost Annex: $67,839

Parcel Return Service, DC $67,839 Washington, DC $67,839 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $67,839 Washington Navy Yard, DC $67,839

Pump Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pump Technician's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$62,502

Average $68,194/year

$76,755

$5,208

Average $5,683/month

$6,396

$1,202

Average $1,311/week

$1,476

$30

Average $33/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,755	$6,396	$1,476	$37
Average	$68,194	$5,683	$1,311	$33
25th Percentile	$62,502	$5,208	$1,202	$30

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