Configuration Management Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does a Configuration Management Specialist make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Configuration Management Specialist in the United States is $85,152 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

However, a Configuration Management Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,084
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $78,880 to $91,397
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $73,170
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Configuration Management Specialist Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $91,397 $7,616 $1,758 $44
Average $85,152 $7,096 $1,638 $41
25th Percentile $78,880 $6,573 $1,517 $38
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Key Factors That Influence Configuration Management Specialist Salaries

A Configuration Management Specialist'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 Configuration Management Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Configuration Management Specialist'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): $70,316
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $84,693
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $98,631
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $116,342
  • Expert (over 8 years): $137,440
Levels Salary
Configura... Level Configuration Management Specialist$70,316
Configura... Level Configuration Management Specialist$84,693
Configura... Level Configuration Management Specialist$98,631
Configura... Level Configuration Management Specialist$116,342
Configura... Level Configuration Management Specialist$137,440
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$84,693 < 2 yrs
$98,631 2-4 yrs
$116,342 5-8 yrs
$137,440 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Configuration Management Specialists

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: $107,402
  • San Francisco: $106,226
  • Oakland: $103,988

What Skills Can Increase a Configuration Management Specialist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 13.7% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Supply Chain (Mentioned in 1.61% Job Postings): A supply chain encompasses everything from the delivery of source materials from the supplier to the manufacturer through to its eventual delivery to the end user.
  • Trading (Mentioned in 1.09% Job Postings): Trading is the act or process of buying, selling, or exchanging commodities, at either wholesale or retail, within a country or between countries.
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Analysis 13.7%
Supply Chain 1.61%
Trading 1.09%
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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 Configuration Management Specialist's salary.
  • Python: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Due Diligence: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Financial Services: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Python
 $93,667
10%
Due Diligence
 $91,113
7%
Financial Services
 $90,261
6%
Tableau
 $90,261
6%
Supply Chain
 $88,558
4%
Trading
 $88,558
4%
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Configuration Management Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Configuration Management Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the MFG Nondurable and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Configuration Management Specialist positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Configuration Management Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Configuration Management Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
MFG Nondurable$110,697$53.030%
Aerospace & Defense$102,182$49.020%
Construction$93,667$45.010%
Software & Networking$93,667$45.010%

How Education impacts a Configuration Management Specialist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Configuration Management Specialists enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree 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 Configuration Management Specialist with a Bachelor's Degree is between $76,658 and $81,114).

Configuration Management Specialist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Configuration Management Specialist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 21.1%
High School 21.1%
Associates 10.5%
Bachelors 50.0%
Masters 18.4%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Configuration Management Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Configuration Management Specialist'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 $85,152/year
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Average $41/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $91,397 $7,616 $1,758 $44
Average $85,152 $7,096 $1,638 $41
25th Percentile $78,880 $6,573 $1,517 $38

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Salary Trends for Configuration Management Specialist

Salaries for a Configuration Management Specialist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $81,583 in 2023 to around $80,534 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Configuration Management Specialist salary trends, .

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