Riggers

Occupation

$62,060
National Median Salary
$29.84
Median Hourly Wage
24,190
Total Employment

Salary Distribution

$38,930
$47,940
$62,060
$79,340
$100,480

10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile

Salary Trend (2014-2024)

+49.3%
10 Year Change
$41,570
2014 Median
$62,060
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries Industry Wage Growth Best Paying States Fastest Growing States Where This Career Pays Above Average

Top Paying Industries for Riggers

Industry Annual Median Employment
Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries $101,840 1,760
Motion Picture and Video Industries $101,840 1,760
Specialized Design Services $93,680 —
Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution $92,280 60
Utilities $92,280 60

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Top Paying States for Riggers

State Annual Median Employment
New York $103,230 880
Maryland $91,730 380
Utah $91,070 480
Oregon $89,770 350
California $83,320 3,470

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Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries Motion Picture and Video Industries Specialized Design Services Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution Utilities Accounting, Tax Preparation, Bookkeeping, and Payroll Services Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers Scientific Research and Development Services Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences Other Support Services Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services