MEDIAN ANNUAL SALARY FOR A ROBOTICS TECHNICIAN
According to the BLS, the median annual salary for robotics and automation technicians in the United States was $70,760 in May 2024.59
This means half earned more and half earned less. Keep in mind that salary depends on several factors, including experience, employer, demand and cost of living in the area.
Of the states with available data, the following had the highest median annual salary for electro-mechanical and mechatronics technologists and technicians in May 2024.*
*Not entry-level and is dependent on factors like experience, location, and employer compensation.
| Rank | State | Annual Median Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington | $106,410 |
| 2 | Nevada | $86,520 |
| 3 | Virginia | $83,060 |
| 4 | New Hampshire | $82,650 |
| 5 | Maine | $80,560 |
| 6 | Connecticut | $79,220 |
| 7 | Alaska | $79,200 |
| 8 | California | $78,370 |
| 9 | Arizona | $78,360 |
| 10 | Iowa | $78,190 |
How do I become a robotics technician?
The BLS states mechatronics and electro-mechanical technicians and technologists typically need either a postsecondary certificate or an associate’s degree. Once you’ve developed the skills required for the job description, you may be considered for robotics technician jobs.