What are the main factors that influence an Application Support Specialist, Entry's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Application Support Specialist, Entry's salary?

An Application Support Specialist, Entry's salary grows with experience: an Application Support Specialist, Entry (0-1 years)earns $61,116, an Application Support Analyst, Experienced (1-3 years)earns $74,946, an Application Support Analyst, Senior (3-5 years)earns $98,987, an Applications Programming Project Supervisor (5+ years)earns $147,966, an Applications Programming Project Manager (5+ years)earns $167,431,

What are the highest paying states for an Application Support Specialist, Entry?

Application Support Specialist, Entry salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Application Support Specialist, Entry roles are District of Columbia $61,350, California $61,120, Massachusetts $60,310. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Application Support Specialist, Entry roles make?

Salaries for Application Support Specialist, Entry level roles vary by specialization: It Application Support Specialist: $140,768; Application Support Specialist, Senior: $89,750; Cerner Certified Application Analyst Entry: $84,200; Internet/Web Application Development - Entry: $70,100; Application Support: $67,951.

Application Support Specialist, Entry Salary in California (January 01, 2026)

Application Support Specialist, Entry Salary in California

How much does an Application Support Specialist, Entry make in California?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Application Support Specialist, Entry in California is $61,120 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, an Application Support Specialist, Entry's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $75,085
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,920 to $68,430
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,454

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Application Support Specialist, Entry	0-1 years	$61,116
Application Support Analyst, Experienced	1-3 years	$74,946
Application Support Analyst, Senior	3-5 years	$98,987
Applications Programming Project Supervisor	5+ years	$147,966
Applications Programming Project Manager	5+ years	$167,431

Job Role

Years of Experience

Average Salary

Application Support Specialist, Entry

0-1 years

$61,116

Application Support Analyst, Experienced

1-3 years

$74,946

Application Support Analyst, Senior

3-5 years

$98,987

Applications Programming Project Supervisor

5+ years

$147,966

Applications Programming Project Manager

5+ years

$167,431

Application Support Specialist, Entry Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Application Support Specialist, Entry's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$52,920

Average $61,120/year

$68,430

$4,410

Average $5,093/month

$5,703

$1,018

Average $1,175/week

$1,316

$25

Average $29/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,430	$5,703	$1,316	$33
Average	$61,120	$5,093	$1,175	$29
25th Percentile	$52,920	$4,410	$1,018	$25

Application Support Specialist, Entry Salary Growth & Career Path

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Application Support Specialist, Entry, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Application Support Specialist, Entry Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Application Support Analyst, Experienced	$75,000	23%
Software Research and Design Architect Supervisor	$148,000	142%
Backend Applications Developer Supervisor	$153,700	151%
JCL Setup Specialist	$79,800	31%

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Application Support Specialist, Entry Salary in California

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