All media and communication equipment workers not listed separately.
Media and Communication Equipment Workers, All Other
SOC: 27-4099 O*NET: 27-4099.00
Median Salary
$67,190
per year
Job Growth
📉 0.6%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
1.1
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Varies
Job Zone N/A
All media and communication equipment workers not listed separately.
What does a Media and Communication Equipment Workers, All Other do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$35,670
10th percentile
Early Career
$48,490
25th percentile
Median
$67,190
50th percentile
Experienced
$102,650
75th percentile
Top Earners
$133,650
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$35,670
25th
$48,490
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$67,190
Mean: $78,350
75th
$102,650
90th
$133,650
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $97,980 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $48,490 and $102,650
- •Salary spread is 80.6% around the median, showing high variation
- •Total national employment: 13,020 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:15,100
Top Industries
Information24.5%
Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries17.3%
Motion Picture and Video Industries17.1%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+0.6%
Annual Openings:1,100
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)15,100
Current
2034 (Projected)15,200
+0.6%
+100
Employment Change
+0.6%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: More slowly than average
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Media and Communication Equipment Workers, All Other professionals work across the United States
Showing 15 of 38 locations
Georgia
930 jobs$44,3702.26x
Colorado
830 jobs$53,3003.38x
Florida
650 jobs$88,1400.78x
Maryland
610 jobs$113,0902.62x
Virginia
400 jobs$114,6301.17x
Texas
400 jobs$90,3100.34x
New Jersey
400 jobs$69,3501.13x
Pennsylvania
400 jobs$50,9000.79x
Nevada
330 jobs$78,4602.55x
Hawaii
330 jobs$52,2506.20x
District of Columbia
280 jobs$119,0204.64x
Louisiana
210 jobs$76,6201.29x
North Carolina
200 jobs$78,0800.48x
Ohio
200 jobs$67,7900.44x
Tennessee
180 jobs$40,1200.64x
Understanding the Data
Location Quotient (LQ):
- • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
- • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
- • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average
Data Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024
Key Growth Factors
Standard growth expectations for this occupation
What technology will you use?
Technology & Digital Skills
Essential technology proficiencies for Media and Communication Equipment Workers, All Other
Technology Intensity
Low
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires basic digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Email and internet usageBasic software navigationFile management
Technology Stack
Technology stack information is being compiled for this career.
📚 Technology Learning Resources
Recommended Certifications
- •Vendor-specific software certifications
- •Industry-recognized technology credentials
- •Professional development courses
Online Learning Platforms
- •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
- •Coursera - University-level programs
- •Udemy - Practical skills training
💡 Technology Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
- •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
- •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
- •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers
What's the work environment like?
🏗️
Location
Varies
💪
Physical Demand
LOW
👥
Team Orientation
Varies
🤝
Customer Interaction
NONE
💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?
Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:
- •Are you comfortable working in varies environments?
- •Can you meet low physical demands?
What career paths are available?
Career Pathways
0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase
Advancement Opportunities
Typical career progression paths from Media and Communication Equipment Workers, All Other
💡 Career Planning Tips
- •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
- •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
- •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
- •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves