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Technical Customer Support Specialist IV Salary in California

How much does a Technical Customer Support Specialist IV make in California?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Technical Customer Support Specialist IV in California is $118,903 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.

However, a Technical Customer Support Specialist IV's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $141,701
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $109,173 to $130,837
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $100,313
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Technical Customer Support Specialist IV Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $130,837 $10,903 $2,516 $63
Average $118,903 $9,909 $2,287 $57
25th Percentile $109,173 $9,098 $2,099 $52
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Key Factors That Influence Technical Customer Support Specialist IV Salaries

A Technical Customer Support Specialist IV'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 Technical Customer Support Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Technical Customer Support Specialist IV'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:

  • Technical Customer Support Specialist II (2-4 years): $80,154
  • Technical Customer Support Specialist III (4-7 years): $94,121
  • Technical Customer Support Specialist IV (7+ years): $118,903
  • Technical Customer Support Team Leader (7+ years): $84,524
  • Technical Customer Support Supervisor (7+ years): $99,593
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Technical Customer Support Specialist II2-4 years$80,154
Technical Customer Support Specialist III4-7 years$94,121
Technical Customer Support Specialist IV7+ years$118,903
Technical Customer Support Team Leader7+ years$84,524
Technical Customer Support Supervisor7+ years$99,593
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Top Paying Cities for Technical Customer Support Specialist IVs

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: $119,108
  • West Hollywood: $119,022
  • Dodgertown: $119,107

Technical Customer Support Specialist IV Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Technical Customer Support Specialist IV salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $132,992. While startup companies pay approximate $112,472.

Technical Customer Support Specialist IV Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$112,472
Growth Stage51~500$118,957
Established501~5000$128,430
Enterprise5000+$132,992

Technical Customer Support Specialist IV Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Technical Customer Support Specialist IV roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 54% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Technical Customer Support Specialist positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Technical Customer Support Specialist IV as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Technical Customer Support Specialist IV

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$148,629$71.025%
Aerospace & Defense$136,739$66.015%
Internet$133,172$64.012%
Software & Networking$131,983$63.011%
Construction$130,794$63.010%

Technical Customer Support Specialist IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Technical Customer Support Specialist IV'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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Average $118,903/year
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75th Percentile $130,837 $10,903 $2,516 $63
Average $118,903 $9,909 $2,287 $57
25th Percentile $109,173 $9,098 $2,099 $52

Technical Customer Support Specialist IV Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Technical Customer Support Specialist IV, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Technical Customer Support Team Leader role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $84,524 - a projected growth of -29% over your current level.

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