Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, aged to 2026 using compounded market movement. State selections show BLS state-level figures where published. Actual pay varies with experience, industry, and organization size.
Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles salary by state
Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles is a professional role within the function in the Installation, Maintenance, and Repair job family.
What Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicless do
Typical education: Post-Secondary Certificate
Install equipment and accessories, such as stereos, navigation equipment, communication equipment, and security systems.
Inspect and test electrical or electronic systems to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections and testing instruments, such as oscilloscopes and voltmeters.
Cut openings and drill holes for fixtures and equipment, using electric drills and routers.
Splice wires with knives or cutting pliers, and solder connections to fixtures and equipment.
Diagnose or repair problems with electronic equipment, such as sound, navigation, communication, and security equipment, in motor vehicles.
Top skills:TroubleshootingRepairingOperations MonitoringCritical ThinkingActive ListeningInstallation
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Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles pay by experience level
Entry level$37,000
Typical starting pay (about the 10th percentile)
Early career$45,000
A few years in (about the 25th percentile)
Experienced$50,000
Mid-career median pay
Senior$60,500
Seasoned professionals (about the 75th percentile)
Top earners$72,500
Highest earners (about the 90th percentile)
Experience tiers are derived from the BLS wage percentile distribution for this occupation, aged to 2026. Actual pay varies by employer, location, and specialization.
Job outlook
-13.6%
projected change in jobs, 2024–2034
600
projected openings per year
Declining
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program (2024–2034). Openings include growth and replacement needs.
Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles salary by industry
Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers
2,510 workers
$48,500
Automotive Parts, Accessories, and Tire Retailers
2,380 workers
$48,000
Furniture, Home Furnishings, Electronics, and Appliance Retailers
1,690 workers
$49,000
Electronics and Appliance Retailers
1,690 workers
$49,000
Repair and Maintenance
1,650 workers
$55,000
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
1,160 workers
$58,500
Automotive Repair and Maintenance
890 workers
$55,000
Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing
630 workers
$56,500
Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance
520 workers
$55,000
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
510 workers
$50,000
National sector-level figures, BLS OEWS May 2025, aged to 2026.
How this role compares
Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles pays 20% below the average across 52 roles in the Installation, Maintenance, and Repair job family (family average $66,500).
Similar-paying roles in Installation, Maintenance, and Repair
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles make?
The average base salary for a Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles in the United States is $53,500 per year, or about $25.72 per hour.
What is the typical salary range?
Pay typically falls between $45,000 and $60,500 per year (25th to 75th percentile) depending on experience, location, industry, and organization size.
How does this compare with other Installation, Maintenance, and Repair roles?
The Installation, Maintenance, and Repair job family averages $66,500 across 52 roles tracked by WePayFairly.
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