Audio and Video Technician Salary in Wisconsin
Based on 760+ workers in Wisconsin
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (WI)
$51,390
$24.71/hr
vs National Average
$54,307
-5.4% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$36K – $82K
760 employed in Wisconsin
Salary Distribution — Audio and Video Technician in Wisconsin
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $36,440 |
| 25th percentile | $45,180 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $51,390 |
| 75th percentile | $65,810 |
| 90th percentile | $82,230 |
Top-Paying Industries for Audio and Video Technician (U.S.)
Which industries pay Audio and Video Technicians the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Audio and Video Technicians in Wisconsin tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Finance and Insurance | $76,600 | 250 |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $74,650 | 590 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $66,340 | 5K |
| Administrative and Support Services | $65,370 | 7K |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $62,030 | 3K |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Audio and Video Technician in Wisconsin vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Wisconsin) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $49,300 |
| 2023 | $44,170 |
| 2024 | $48,280 |
| 2025 | $51,390 |
| 2026 (projected) | $54,473 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Wisconsin Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $49,300 | $49,044 |
| 2023 | $44,170 | $50,024 |
| 2024 | $48,280 | $51,986 |
| 2025 | $51,390 | $54,307 |
| 2026 (projected) | $54,473 | $57,565 |
Audio and Video Technician Salary by Experience Level in Wisconsin
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $45,180 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $51,390 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $65,810 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $82,230 |
Audio and Video Technician Salary in Other States
Related Audio and Video Technician Salaries in Wisconsin
How other high-demand occupations in Wisconsin compare to Audio and Video Technician ($51,390 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Audio and Video Technician | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art Director in WI | $81,130 | +57.9% | $39.00/hr |
| Commercial and Industrial Designer in WI | $80,590 | +56.8% | $38.75/hr |
| Producer and Director in WI | $66,390 | +29.2% | $31.92/hr |
| Interior Designer in WI | $62,740 | +22.1% | $30.16/hr |
| Graphic Designer in WI | $59,900 | +16.6% | $28.80/hr |
| Bookkeeper in WI | $50,340 | -2.0% | $24.20/hr |
| Medical Assistant in WI | $48,680 | -5.3% | $23.40/hr |
| Judicial Law Clerk in WI | $54,250 | +5.6% | $26.08/hr |
| Automotive Service Technician in WI | $54,350 | +5.8% | $26.13/hr |
| Title Examiner in WI | $48,070 | -6.5% | $23.11/hr |
| Administrative Assistant in WI | $47,710 | -7.2% | $22.94/hr |
| Dental Assistant in WI | $47,520 | -7.5% | $22.85/hr |