What are the main factors that influence a Network Associate's salary?

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

How does experience change A Network Associate's salary?

A Network Associate's salary grows with experience: a Network Control Technician I (0-2 years)earns $70,122, a Network Control Technician II (2-4 years)earns $83,857, a Network Associate (4-7 years)earns $106,153, a Network Control Technician IV (7+ years)earns $124,370, a Network Control Center Supervisor (7+ years)earns $121,702,

What are the highest paying states for a Network Associate?

Network Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Network Associate roles are District of Columbia $111,183, California $110,761, Massachusetts $109,285. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Network Associate roles make?

Salaries for Network Associate level roles vary by specialization: Network Control Technician IV: $120,740; Network Development Associate: $112,918; Network Administrator - Senior: $108,690; Associate Network Administrator: $92,738; Network Administrator - Experienced: $85,363.

Network Associate Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Network Associate make in Rhode Island?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Network Associate in Rhode Island is $104,113 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $122,526
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $94,321 to $113,751
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $85,406

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Network Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$113,751	$9,479	$2,188	$55
Average	$104,113	$8,676	$2,002	$50
25th Percentile	$94,321	$7,860	$1,814	$45

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Key Factors That Influence Network Associate Salaries

A Network Associate'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 Network Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Network Associate'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): $70,122
Early Career (1-2 years): $83,857
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $106,153
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $124,370
Expert (over 8 years): $121,702

Levels	Salary
Network C... Level Network Associate	$70,122
Network C... Level Network Associate	$83,857
Network A... Level Network Associate	$106,153
Network C... Level Network Associate	$124,370
Network C... Level Network Associate	$121,702

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How Do Network Associate 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 Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $111,183.
California: $110,761.
Massachusetts: $109,285.

District of Columbia $111,183 California $110,761 Massachusetts $109,285 Washington $108,883 New Jersey $108,843 Alaska $108,702 Connecticut $107,317 New York $106,754

Hawaii $104,957 Rhode Island $104,113 Maryland $103,541 Minnesota $102,758 Colorado $102,456 Illinois $102,356 Oregon $101,974 Delaware $101,693

New Hampshire $101,517 Virginia $101,121 Pennsylvania $99,966 Nevada $99,384 North Dakota $99,193 Michigan $98,892 Wisconsin $98,781 Vermont $98,560

Texas $97,948 Maine $97,908 Arizona $97,847 Ohio $97,777 Georgia $96,853 Indiana $96,391 Wyoming $96,301 Utah $96,160

Iowa $96,100 Kansas $95,618 Louisiana $95,477 North Carolina $95,427 Missouri $95,407 Florida $95,016 Montana $94,805 Nebraska $94,604

Kentucky $94,493 South Carolina $94,092 Tennessee $93,841 Idaho $93,740 New Mexico $93,007 Oklahoma $92,846 Alabama $92,254 South Dakota $91,260

Arkansas $90,718 West Virginia $90,426 Mississippi $89,553

Top Paying Cities for Network Associates

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: $105,820
Albion: $104,063
Ashaway: $106,222

Adamsville, RI $105,820 Albion, RI $104,063 Ashaway, RI $106,222 Barrington, RI $104,063 Block Island, RI $105,670 Bradford, RI $106,152 Bristol, RI $103,963 Carolina, RI $105,288

Charlestown, RI $105,399 Chepachet, RI $103,862 Clayville, RI $103,963 Coventry, RI $103,862 West Greenwich, RI $103,792 East Greenwich, RI $103,933 Exeter, RI $106,152 Fiskeville, RI $104,063

Forestdale, RI $103,963 Foster, RI $103,792 Glendale, RI $103,792 Greene, RI $104,957 Greenville, RI $104,063 Harmony, RI $104,033 Harrisville, RI $103,862 Hope, RI $104,063

Hope Valley, RI $106,222 Hopkinton, RI $106,252 Jamestown, RI $105,188 Kenyon, RI $106,122 Little Compton, RI $105,780 Manville, RI $104,063 Mapleville, RI $103,792 Newport, RI $105,208

Middletown, RI $105,650 North Kingstown, RI $103,762 North Scituate, RI $104,033 Oakland, RI $103,892 Pascoag, RI $103,832 Pawtucket, RI $104,063 Central Falls, RI $104,063 Cumberland, RI $104,063

Lincoln, RI $104,063 Portsmouth, RI $104,786 Prudence Island, RI $103,862 Rockville, RI $106,252 Saunderstown, RI $105,248 Shannock, RI $106,092 Slatersville, RI $103,963 Slocum, RI $105,248

Tiverton, RI $105,851 Wakefield, RI $105,138 Kingston, RI $105,158 Narragansett, RI $105,178 Peace Dale, RI $105,138 Warren, RI $104,033 Warwick, RI $104,063 Westerly, RI $106,282

West Kingston, RI $105,218 West Warwick, RI $104,063 Wood River Junction, RI $106,152 Woonsocket, RI $103,963 North Smithfield, RI $104,033 Wyoming, RI $106,122 Providence, RI $104,063 Cranston, RI $104,063

North Providence, RI $104,063 East Providence, RI $104,063 Riverside, RI $104,063 Rumford, RI $104,063 Smithfield, RI $104,063 Johnston, RI $104,063

Network Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Network Associate'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 April 01, 2026

$94,321

Average $104,113/year

$113,751

$7,860

Average $8,676/month

$9,479

$1,814

Average $2,002/week

$2,188

$45

Average $50/hour

$55

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$113,751	$9,479	$2,188	$55
Average	$104,113	$8,676	$2,002	$50
25th Percentile	$94,321	$7,860	$1,814	$45

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