Network Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does a Network Assistant make in the United States?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Network Assistant in the United States is $70,750 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

However, a Network Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,022
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66,130 to $76,127
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,923
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Network Assistant Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
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Wage
75th Percentile $76,127 $6,344 $1,464 $37
Average $70,750 $5,896 $1,361 $34
25th Percentile $66,130 $5,511 $1,272 $32
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Key Factors That Influence Network Assistant Salaries

A Network Assistant'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Network Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Network Assistant'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $71,713
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $89,343
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $107,181
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $122,771
  • Expert (over 8 years): $143,114
Levels Salary
Network A... Level Network Assistant$71,713
Network A... Level Network Assistant$89,343
Network A... Level Network Assistant$107,181
Network A... Level Network Assistant$122,771
Network A... Level Network Assistant$143,114
$71,713 0 yr
$89,343 < 2 yrs
$107,181 2-4 yrs
$122,771 5-8 yrs
$143,114 > 8 yrs
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How Do Network Assistant 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 Network Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $78,335.
  • California: $78,038.
  • Massachusetts: $76,998.

Top Paying Cities for Network Assistants

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:

  • San Jose: $89,237
  • San Francisco: $88,360
  • Oakland: $86,400

What Skills Can Increase a Network Assistant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 6.56% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • VMware (Mentioned in 3.05% Job Postings): Applying the VMware software to develop multiple virtual computer systems within a single server.
  • Installation (Mentioned in 2.15% Job Postings): The action or process of installing someone or something, or of being installed. the act of installing the state of being installed, something that is installed for use.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 6.56%
VMware 3.05%
Installation 2.15%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Network Assistant's salary.
  • Computer Engineering: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Consulting: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Cybersecurity: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Computer Engineering
$77,118
9%
Consulting
$74,995
6%
Cybersecurity
$74,995
6%
Analysis
$74,288
5%
Flexibility
$74,288
5%
Leadership
$74,288
5%
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How Education impacts a Network Assistant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Network Assistants enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Network Assistant with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $65,654 and $69,652).

Network Assistant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Network Assistant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.7%
High School 22.9%
Associates 33.4%
Bachelors 38.8%
Masters 4.2%
Doctorate 0.1%
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Network Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Network Assistant'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 February 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Network Assistant

Salaries for a Network Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $65,726 in 2023 to around $65,847 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Network Assistant salary trends, .

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