What are the main factors that influence a Fiber Optic cable installer's salary?

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

How does experience change A Fiber Optic cable installer's salary?

A Fiber Optic cable installer's salary grows with experience: a Customer Retention Representative I (0-1 years)earns $38,662, a Customer Retention Representative II (1-3 years)earns $43,728, a Fiber Optic cable installer (3-5 years)earns $50,699, a Customer Retention Supervisor (5+ years)earns $67,530, a Customer Retention Manager (5+ years)earns $96,549,

What are the highest paying states for a Fiber Optic cable installer?

Fiber Optic cable installer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Fiber Optic cable installer roles are District of Columbia $54,587, California $54,380, Massachusetts $53,655. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Fiber Optic cable installer roles make?

Salaries for Fiber Optic cable installer level roles vary by specialization: Fiber Optic Cable Placement Construction Manager: $140,509; Fiber Optic Sales: $124,036; Fiber Optic Project Manager: $116,714; Fiber Optic Installation Supervisor: $107,207; Fiber Optic Lineman: $86,133.

Fiber Optic cable installer Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Fiber Optic cable installer make in Hawaii?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Fiber Optic cable installer in Hawaii is $51,520 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

However, a Fiber Optic cable installer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,162
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,846 to $56,044
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,591

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Fiber Optic cable installer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,044	$4,670	$1,078	$27
Average	$51,520	$4,293	$991	$25
25th Percentile	$46,846	$3,904	$901	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Fiber Optic cable installer Salaries

A Fiber Optic cable installer'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 Experience Level Affects Fiber Optic cable installer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Fiber Optic cable installer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $38,662
Early Career (1-2 years): $43,728
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $50,699
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $67,530
Expert (over 8 years): $96,549

Levels	Salary
Customer ... Level Fiber Optic cable installer	$38,662
Customer ... Level Fiber Optic cable installer	$43,728
Fiber Opt... Level Fiber Optic cable installer	$50,699
Customer ... Level Fiber Optic cable installer	$67,530
Customer ... Level Fiber Optic cable installer	$96,549

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How Do Fiber Optic cable installer 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 Fiber Optic cable installers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $54,587.
California: $54,380.
Massachusetts: $53,655.

District of Columbia $54,587 California $54,380 Massachusetts $53,655 Washington $53,458 New Jersey $53,438 Alaska $53,369 Connecticut $52,689 New York $52,413

Hawaii $51,530 Rhode Island $51,116 Maryland $50,835 Minnesota $50,451 Colorado $50,303 Illinois $50,253 Oregon $50,066 Delaware $49,928

New Hampshire $49,841 Virginia $49,647 Pennsylvania $49,080 Nevada $48,794 North Dakota $48,700 Michigan $48,552 Wisconsin $48,498 Vermont $48,390

Texas $48,089 Maine $48,069 Arizona $48,040 Ohio $48,005 Georgia $47,552 Indiana $47,325 Wyoming $47,280 Utah $47,211

Iowa $47,182 Kansas $46,945 Louisiana $46,876 North Carolina $46,851 Missouri $46,842 Florida $46,649 Montana $46,546 Nebraska $46,447

Kentucky $46,393 South Carolina $46,196 Tennessee $46,073 Idaho $46,023 New Mexico $45,663 Oklahoma $45,584 Alabama $45,294 South Dakota $44,805

Arkansas $44,539 West Virginia $44,396 Mississippi $43,967

Top Paying Cities for Fiber Optic cable installers

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:

Aiea: $51,269
Anahola: $50,924
Captain Cook: $50,924

Aiea, HI $51,269 Anahola, HI $50,924 Captain Cook, HI $50,924 Eleele, HI $50,924 Ewa Beach, HI $51,269 Kapolei, HI $51,156 Haiku, HI $50,924 Hakalau, HI $50,924

Haleiwa, HI $50,924 Hana, HI $50,924 Hanalei, HI $50,924 Hanamaulu, HI $50,924 Hanapepe, HI $50,924 Hauula, HI $51,037 Hawaii National Park, HI $50,924 Hawi, HI $50,924

Hilo, HI $50,924 Princeville, HI $50,924 Holualoa, HI $50,924 Honaunau, HI $50,924 Honokaa, HI $50,924 Honomu, HI $50,924 Hoolehua, HI $50,924 Kaaawa, HI $51,131

Kahuku, HI $50,924 Kahului, HI $50,924 Kailua, HI $51,269 Ocean View, HI $50,924 Waikoloa, HI $50,924 Keauhou, HI $50,924 Kailua Kona, HI $50,924 Kalaheo, HI $50,924

Kalaupapa, HI $50,924 Kamuela, HI $50,924 Kaneohe, HI $51,269 Kapaa, HI $50,924 Kaumakani, HI $50,924 Kaunakakai, HI $50,924 Keaau, HI $50,924 Kealakekua, HI $50,924

Kealia, HI $50,924 Kekaha, HI $50,924 Kihei, HI $50,924 Kilauea, HI $50,924 Kapaau, HI $50,924 Koloa, HI $50,924 Kualapuu, HI $50,924 Kunia, HI $51,106

Kurtistown, HI $50,924 Lahaina, HI $50,924 Laie, HI $50,968 Lanai City, HI $50,924 Laupahoehoe, HI $50,924 Lawai, HI $50,924 Lihue, HI $50,924 Makawao, HI $50,924

Makaweli, HI $50,924 Maunaloa, HI $50,924 Mountain View, HI $50,924 Naalehu, HI $50,924 Ninole, HI $50,924 Ookala, HI $50,924 Paauilo, HI $50,924 Pahala, HI $50,924

Pahoa, HI $50,924 Paia, HI $50,924 Papaaloa, HI $50,924 Papaikou, HI $50,924 Pearl City, HI $51,269 Pepeekeo, HI $50,924 Puunene, HI $50,924 Volcano, HI $50,924

Wahiawa, HI $51,106 Pukalani, HI $50,924 Mililani, HI $51,175 Kula, HI $50,924 Waialua, HI $50,924 Waianae, HI $50,968 Wailuku, HI $50,924 Waimanalo, HI $51,269

Waimea, HI $50,924 Waipahu, HI $51,244 Honolulu, HI $51,269 J B P H H, HI $51,269 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $51,131 Schofield Barracks, HI $51,087 Fort Shafter, HI $51,269 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $51,269

Camp H M Smith, HI $51,269 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $51,244 Wake Island, HI $51,269

Fiber Optic cable installer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Fiber Optic cable installer'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

$46,846

Average $51,520/year

$56,044

$3,904

Average $4,293/month

$4,670

$901

Average $991/week

$1,078

$23

Average $25/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,044	$4,670	$1,078	$27
Average	$51,520	$4,293	$991	$25
25th Percentile	$46,846	$3,904	$901	$23

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