Area Distribution Engineering Technician Salary in the United States

How much does an Area Distribution Engineering Technician make in the United States?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Area Distribution Engineering Technician in the United States is $59,078 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, an Area Distribution Engineering Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,023
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,309 to $64,284
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,966
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Area Distribution Engineering Technician Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $64,284 $5,357 $1,236 $31
Average $59,078 $4,923 $1,136 $28
25th Percentile $54,309 $4,526 $1,044 $26
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Key Factors That Influence Area Distribution Engineering Technician Salaries

An Area Distribution Engineering 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Area Distribution Engineering 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 Area Distribution Engineering Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $65,412.
  • California: $65,164.
  • Massachusetts: $64,295.

Top Paying Cities for Area Distribution Engineering 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:

  • San Jose: $74,516
  • San Francisco: $73,783
  • Oakland: $72,147

What Skills Can Increase an Area Distribution Engineering Technician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 12.96% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 7.67% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
  • Talent Acquisition (Mentioned in 6.61% Job Postings): Talent acquisition is the process of identifying organizational staffing needs, recruiting qualified candidates and selecting the candidates best suited for the available positions.
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Commitment 12.96%
Microsoft Office 7.67%
Talent Acquisition 6.61%
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How Education impacts an Area Distribution Engineering Technician's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Area Distribution Engineering Technicians enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Area Distribution Engineering Technician with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $58,020 and $64,128).

Area Distribution Engineering Technician Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Area Distribution Engineering Technician
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 18.2%
High School 18.2%
Associates 54.5%
Bachelors 27.3%
Masters 0.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Area Distribution Engineering Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Area Distribution Engineering 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.

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$54,309
Average $59,078/year
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Average $4,923/month
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Average $1,136/week
$1,236
$26
Average $28/hour
$31
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $64,284 $5,357 $1,236 $31
Average $59,078 $4,923 $1,136 $28
25th Percentile $54,309 $4,526 $1,044 $26

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Salary Trends for Area Distribution Engineering Technician

Salaries for an Area Distribution Engineering Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $48,682 in 2023 to around $48,863 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Area Distribution Engineering Technician salary trends, .

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