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Broadcast Technicians is a notable career in the 27 category. This page provides verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024), helping you compare Broadcast Technicians against similar careers and make data-driven decisions.
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| soc | 27-4012 |
| title | Broadcast Technicians |
| onet code | 27-4012.00 |
| description | Set up, operate, and maintain the electronic equipment used to acquire, edit, and transmit audio and video for radio or television programs. Control and adjust incoming and outgoing broadcast signals to regulate sound volume, signal strength, and signal clarity. Operate satellite, microwave, or other transmitter equipment to broadcast radio or television programs. |
| job zone | 3 |
| major group | 27 |
| tot emp | 21,080 |
| a mean | 64,220 |
| a median | 53,920 |
| a pct10 | 29,190 |
| a pct25 | 36,900 |
| a pct75 | 80,390 |
| a pct90 | 115,400 |
| h mean | 30 |
| h median | 25 |
The day-to-day work of a broadcast technicians typically centers on report equipment problems, ensure that repairs are made, and make emergency repairs to equipment when necessary and possible. Every task listed below is classified as Core in O*NET — they collectively define the role. Task descriptions below are quoted from the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET 29.0 occupation profile.
Workers in this occupation rely most on Critical Thinking, Active Listening, and Monitoring. Across the top 10 skills, the average O*NET importance score is 3.33 out of 5 — moderately weighted for this role. Importance reflects how essential each skill is for adequate job performance.
Among working broadcast technicians, the most common entry qualification is a Associate's Degree (or other 2 (43.4%). Bachelor's-degree-or-higher credentials are reported by 2% of incumbents. Most workers enter without a four-year degree, making this a relatively accessible career path.
Median annual pay is highest in District of Columbia at $96,520 and lowest in South Dakota at $29,230 — a 3.3× spread. The top five states (District of Columbia, New York, Illinois, California, Connecticut) average $79,736. Figures reflect BLS OEWS May 2024 state-level wage estimates; percentiles shown are for full-time wage-earners in each state.
| State | Median | Mean | 10th % | 90th % | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $96,520 | $93,530 | $45,590 | $127,750 | 290 |
| New York | $80,980 | $85,370 | $35,880 | $130,020 | 1,800 |
| Illinois | $74,990 | $75,050 | $31,180 | $128,890 | 580 |
| California | $73,780 | $86,030 | $36,710 | $126,660 | 2,520 |
| Connecticut | $72,410 | $75,240 | $36,700 | $99,310 | 220 |
| Nevada | $67,910 | $63,030 | $31,380 | $95,480 | 320 |
| Arizona | $63,080 | $72,010 | $34,190 | $126,250 | 460 |
| Colorado | $60,860 | $70,720 | $40,050 | $101,780 | 900 |
| Maryland | $58,850 | $57,880 | $34,360 | $91,380 | 370 |
| Pennsylvania | $57,250 | $64,480 | $26,670 | $122,010 | 970 |
| Washington | $56,920 | $60,370 | $36,090 | $88,160 | 330 |
| Massachusetts | $56,600 | $61,760 | $35,220 | $102,850 | 540 |
| Rhode Island | $56,100 | $54,080 | $29,120 | $81,500 | 110 |
| Maine | $56,050 | $74,820 | $33,490 | $115,400 | 80 |
| Minnesota | $53,560 | $50,680 | $31,310 | $80,260 | 430 |
| Wisconsin | $50,820 | $55,950 | $23,660 | $93,400 | 430 |
| New Mexico | $50,810 | $52,130 | $38,530 | $71,130 | 110 |
| Hawaii | $49,800 | $59,360 | $31,000 | $98,230 | 60 |
| Georgia | $48,840 | $50,960 | $28,360 | $77,830 | 650 |
| Oregon | $48,780 | $55,740 | $31,020 | $82,980 | 180 |
| Michigan | $47,890 | $51,430 | $27,090 | $81,640 | 550 |
| Vermont | $47,890 | $51,020 | $36,310 | $70,990 | 30 |
| Montana | $47,850 | $53,540 | $29,300 | $84,260 | 90 |
| Louisiana | $47,700 | $56,690 | $33,820 | $88,380 | 120 |
| South Carolina | $47,280 | $50,280 | $30,140 | $78,030 | 210 |
| Virginia | $46,470 | $58,010 | $26,240 | $108,590 | 670 |
| Florida | $46,290 | $60,140 | $28,810 | $97,550 | 1,250 |
| Tennessee | $46,170 | $52,880 | $31,360 | $86,770 | 420 |
| Alabama | $46,140 | $49,170 | $26,400 | $75,830 | 260 |
| Oklahoma | $45,730 | $59,590 | $18,460 | $111,740 | 370 |
| North Carolina | $45,430 | $49,240 | $29,900 | $83,580 | 660 |
| Texas | $45,070 | $51,010 | $23,990 | $85,480 | 1,120 |
| Missouri | $44,990 | $51,910 | $31,240 | $84,070 | 280 |
| Kentucky | $42,250 | $53,790 | $18,760 | $104,200 | 350 |
| Wyoming | $40,210 | $45,450 | $26,120 | $64,360 | 40 |
| Mississippi | $39,990 | $38,380 | $18,750 | $61,620 | 70 |
| Indiana | $39,930 | $47,550 | $22,690 | $81,310 | 670 |
| Nebraska | $39,140 | $42,710 | $24,960 | $65,480 | 180 |
| North Dakota | $39,120 | $46,380 | $23,720 | $74,950 | 90 |
| Arkansas | $39,050 | $45,440 | $27,700 | $75,420 | 170 |
| Iowa | $37,340 | $46,860 | $17,760 | $80,960 | 160 |
| Kansas | $37,330 | $54,870 | $21,840 | $116,850 | 70 |
| Utah | $34,570 | $38,690 | $20,890 | $76,650 | 280 |
| Idaho | $32,990 | $43,260 | $22,800 | $81,540 | 140 |
| Ohio | $31,760 | $46,420 | $21,950 | $98,330 | 640 |
| West Virginia | $29,900 | $33,640 | $20,800 | $55,540 | 120 |
| South Dakota | $29,230 | $34,450 | $23,300 | $52,700 | 80 |
Recruiters and job boards use several alternate titles for broadcast technicians. Knowing these variants widens your job search — listings for Audio Engineer or Audio Operator frequently describe the same role. The list below is a sample of the most common industry variants.
This data helps you understand how Broadcast Technicians compares to others in the 27 category. Use it to make informed decisions based on verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0.
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