Semiconductor Processing Technicians Salary in the United States
Median annual wage: $51,430 · Median hourly: $24.73 · Employment: 31,460
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,690 | $18.12 |
| 25th | $45,640 | $21.94 |
| Median | $51,430 | $24.73 |
| 75th | $65,010 | $31.25 |
| 90th | $82,540 | $39.68 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 51-9141
- Total U.S. employment: 31,460
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
The numbers in context
At $24.73 per hour, a full-time schedule (2,080 hours per year) works out to roughly $51,438 — in line with the reported median annual wage of $51,430.
The median wage in this area is 0.0% below the national median — a difference of about $0 per year for a typical worker.
Semiconductor Processing Technicians Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $78,940 | $37.95 | +53.5% | 2,270 |
| Arkansas | $40,610 | $19.53 | -21.0% | 40 |
| California | $48,030 | $23.09 | -6.6% | 4,650 |
| Colorado | $52,360 | $25.17 | +1.8% | 790 |
| Connecticut | $47,000 | $22.60 | -8.6% | 50 |
| Florida | $62,330 | $29.97 | +21.2% | 190 |
| Georgia | $48,580 | $23.35 | -5.5% | 0 |
| Maine | $47,270 | $22.73 | -8.1% | 320 |
| Maryland | $47,610 | $22.89 | -7.4% | 120 |
| Massachusetts | $51,410 | $24.72 | -0.0% | 1,190 |
| Michigan | — | — | — | 270 |
| Minnesota | $57,780 | $27.78 | +12.3% | 0 |
| Nevada | $37,290 | $17.93 | -27.5% | 0 |
| New Hampshire | $47,710 | $22.94 | -7.2% | 130 |
| New York | $49,400 | $23.75 | -3.9% | 1,750 |
| North Carolina | $56,160 | $27.00 | +9.2% | 60 |
| Oregon | $63,330 | $30.45 | +23.1% | 6,620 |
| Pennsylvania | $46,430 | $22.32 | -9.7% | 340 |
| Texas | $38,440 | $18.48 | -25.3% | 6,110 |
| Utah | $40,760 | $19.60 | -20.7% | 120 |
| Washington | $58,710 | $28.22 | +14.2% | 990 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for semiconductor processing technicians?
The median annual wage for semiconductor processing technicians is $51,430 ($24.73 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2024.
Which state pays semiconductor processing technicians the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many semiconductor processing technicians are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 31,460 semiconductor processing technicians employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do semiconductor processing technicians make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $24.73. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.