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

What industry pays the highest salary for Application Support Specialist, Entry?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Application Support Specialist, Entry roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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 $57,514, an Application Support Analyst, Experienced (1-3 years)earns $70,485, an Application Support Analyst, Senior (3-5 years)earns $93,152, an Applications Programming Project Supervisor (5+ years)earns $139,059, an Applications Programming Project Manager (5+ years)earns $157,385,

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 $61,420, California $61,190, Massachusetts $60,380. 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: $140,794; Application Support Specialist, Senior: $89,850; Cerner Certified Application Analyst Entry: $84,200; Internet/Web Application Development - Entry: $70,100; Application Support: $67,999.

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Application Support Specialist, Entry Salary in Rhode Island

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

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Application Support Specialist, Entry in Rhode Island is $57,520 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $70,683
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,800 to $64,410
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,771

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Application Support Specialist, Entry Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,410	$5,368	$1,239	$31
Average	$57,520	$4,793	$1,106	$28
25th Percentile	$49,800	$4,150	$958	$24

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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): $57,514
Application Support Analyst, Experienced (1-3 years): $70,485
Application Support Analyst, Senior (3-5 years): $93,152
Applications Programming Project Supervisor (5+ years): $139,059
Applications Programming Project Manager (5+ years): $157,385

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Application Support Specialist, Entry	0-1 years	$57,514
Application Support Analyst, Experienced	1-3 years	$70,485
Application Support Analyst, Senior	3-5 years	$93,152
Applications Programming Project Supervisor	5+ years	$139,059
Applications Programming Project Manager	5+ years	$157,385

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How Do Application Support Specialist, Entry Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Application Support Specialist, Entries. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $61,420.
California: $61,190.
Massachusetts: $60,380.

District of Columbia $61,420 California $61,190 Massachusetts $60,380 Washington $60,150 New Jersey $60,130 Alaska $60,050 Connecticut $59,290 New York $58,980

Hawaii $57,990 Rhode Island $57,520 Maryland $57,200 Minnesota $56,770 Colorado $56,600 Illinois $56,550 Oregon $56,340 Delaware $56,180

New Hampshire $56,080 Virginia $55,870 Pennsylvania $55,230 Nevada $54,910 North Dakota $54,800 Michigan $54,630 Wisconsin $54,570 Vermont $54,450

Texas $54,110 Maine $54,090 Arizona $54,060 Ohio $54,020 Georgia $53,510 Indiana $53,250 Wyoming $53,200 Utah $53,130

Iowa $53,090 Kansas $52,830 Louisiana $52,750 North Carolina $52,720 Missouri $52,710 Florida $52,490 Montana $52,380 Nebraska $52,270

Kentucky $52,210 South Carolina $51,980 Tennessee $51,840 Idaho $51,790 New Mexico $51,380 Oklahoma $51,300 Alabama $50,970 South Dakota $50,420

Arkansas $50,120 West Virginia $49,960 Mississippi $49,480

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:

Adamsville: $58,240
Albion: $57,750
Ashaway: $58,130

Adamsville, RI $58,240 Albion, RI $57,750 Ashaway, RI $58,130 Barrington, RI $57,590 Block Island, RI $57,910 Bradford, RI $58,090 Bristol, RI $57,820 Carolina, RI $58,000

Charlestown, RI $58,020 Chepachet, RI $57,900 Clayville, RI $57,740 Coventry, RI $57,740 West Greenwich, RI $57,900 East Greenwich, RI $57,710 Exeter, RI $57,890 Fiskeville, RI $57,590

Forestdale, RI $58,040 Foster, RI $57,870 Glendale, RI $58,040 Greene, RI $57,950 Greenville, RI $57,620 Harmony, RI $57,690 Harrisville, RI $58,020 Hope, RI $57,630

Hope Valley, RI $58,080 Hopkinton, RI $58,150 Jamestown, RI $57,960 Kenyon, RI $57,990 Little Compton, RI $58,230 Manville, RI $57,820 Mapleville, RI $57,910 Newport, RI $58,020

Middletown, RI $58,040 North Kingstown, RI $57,800 North Scituate, RI $57,690 Oakland, RI $57,980 Pascoag, RI $58,050 Pawtucket, RI $57,510 Central Falls, RI $57,530 Cumberland, RI $57,860

Lincoln, RI $57,590 Portsmouth, RI $58,010 Prudence Island, RI $57,890 Rockville, RI $58,140 Saunderstown, RI $57,920 Shannock, RI $57,990 Slatersville, RI $58,040 Slocum, RI $57,920

Tiverton, RI $58,190 Wakefield, RI $57,970 Kingston, RI $57,950 Narragansett, RI $57,990 Peace Dale, RI $57,970 Warren, RI $57,740 Warwick, RI $57,580 Westerly, RI $58,140

West Kingston, RI $57,970 West Warwick, RI $57,650 Wood River Junction, RI $58,050 Woonsocket, RI $58,040 North Smithfield, RI $57,910 Wyoming, RI $57,990 Providence, RI $57,490 Cranston, RI $57,500

North Providence, RI $57,510 East Providence, RI $57,500 Riverside, RI $57,510 Rumford, RI $57,510 Smithfield, RI $57,620 Johnston, RI $57,530

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 $64,336. While startup companies pay approximate $54,409.

Application Support Specialist, Entry Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$54,409
Growth Stage	51~500	$57,546
Established	501~5000	$62,128
Enterprise	5000+	$64,336

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	$63,272	$30.0	10%
Biotechnology	$63,272	$30.0	10%
Business Services	$63,272	$30.0	10%
Chemicals	$63,272	$30.0	10%
Construction	$63,272	$30.0	10%

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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$49,800

Average $57,520/year

$64,410

$4,150

Average $4,793/month

$5,368

$958

Average $1,106/week

$1,239

$24

Average $28/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,410	$5,368	$1,239	$31
Average	$57,520	$4,793	$1,106	$28
25th Percentile	$49,800	$4,150	$958	$24

Application Support Specialist, Entry Salary Growth & Career Path

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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	$70,500	23%
Software Research and Design Architect Supervisor	$139,100	142%
Backend Applications Developer Supervisor	$144,500	151%
JCL Setup Specialist	$75,000	30%

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