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Application Support Specialist, Entry Salary in California

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

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Application Support Specialist, Entry in California is $61,190 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): $75,194
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,980 to $68,520
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,505
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Application Support Specialist, Entry Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $68,520 $5,710 $1,318 $33
Average $61,190 $5,099 $1,177 $29
25th Percentile $52,980 $4,415 $1,019 $25
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Key Factors That Influence Application Support Specialist, Entry Salaries

An Application Support Specialist, Entry's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Application Support Specialist, Entry Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Application Support Specialist, Entry's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Application Support Specialist, Entry (0-1 years): $61,187
  • Application Support Analyst, Experienced (1-3 years): $74,985
  • Application Support Analyst, Senior (3-5 years): $99,100
  • Applications Programming Project Supervisor (5+ years): $147,938
  • Applications Programming Project Manager (5+ years): $167,434
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Application Support Specialist, Entry0-1 years$61,187
Application Support Analyst, Experienced1-3 years$74,985
Application Support Analyst, Senior3-5 years$99,100
Applications Programming Project Supervisor5+ years$147,938
Applications Programming Project Manager5+ years$167,434
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Top Paying Cities for Application Support Specialist, Entries

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Los Angeles: $61,300
  • West Hollywood: $61,250
  • Dodgertown: $61,300

Application Support Specialist, Entry Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Application Support Specialist, Entry salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $68,441. While startup companies pay approximate $57,880.

Application Support Specialist, Entry Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$57,880
Growth Stage51~500$61,217
Established501~5000$66,092
Enterprise5000+$68,441

Application Support Specialist, Entry Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Application Support Specialist, Entry roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Application Support Specialist, Entry positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Application Support Specialist, Entry as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Application Support Specialist, Entry

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$67,309$32.010%
Biotechnology$67,309$32.010%
Business Services$67,309$32.010%
Chemicals$67,309$32.010%
Construction$67,309$32.010%

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.

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$52,980
Average $61,190/year
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Average $5,099/month
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Average $1,177/week
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Average $29/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $68,520 $5,710 $1,318 $33
Average $61,190 $5,099 $1,177 $29
25th Percentile $52,980 $4,415 $1,019 $25

Application Support Specialist, Entry Salary Growth & Career Path

Application Support Specialist, Entry
Application Support Analyst, Experienced
Software Research and Design Architect Supervisor
Backend Applications Developer Supervisor
JCL Setup Specialist
Application Support Analyst, Senior
Software Research and Design Architect Manager
Backend Applications Developer Manager

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 30%

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