What are the main factors that influence a Desktop Support Technician'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 Desktop Support Technician?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Desktop Support Technician roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

How does experience change A Desktop Support Technician's salary?

A Desktop Support Technician's salary grows with experience: a PC Maintenance Technician I (0-1 years)earns $49,991, a Desktop Support Technician (1-3 years)earns $59,976, a PC Maintenance Technician III (3-5 years)earns $70,453, a PC Support Manager (5+ years)earns $116,399,

What are the highest paying states for a Desktop Support Technician?

Desktop Support Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Desktop Support Technician roles are District of Columbia $66,221, California $65,970, Massachusetts $65,091. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Desktop Support Technician roles make?

Salaries for Desktop Support Technician level roles vary by specialization: Lead Desktop Support Technician: $87,729; Client Desktop Services Senior Support Technician: $86,700; Desktop Systems Support Technician-Experienced: $86,690; Senior Desktop Support Technician: $72,810; Desktop Systems Support Technician-Entry: $71,900.

Desktop Support Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Desktop Support Technician make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Desktop Support Technician in Delaware is $60,569 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, a Desktop Support Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $75,978
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,920 to $68,635
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,776

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Desktop Support Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,635	$5,720	$1,320	$33
Average	$60,569	$5,047	$1,165	$29
25th Percentile	$54,920	$4,577	$1,056	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Desktop Support Technician Salaries

A Desktop Support Technician'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 Do Desktop Support Technician 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 Desktop Support Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $66,221.
California: $65,970.
Massachusetts: $65,091.

District of Columbia $66,221 California $65,970 Massachusetts $65,091 Washington $64,852 New Jersey $64,828 Alaska $64,744 Connecticut $63,919 New York $63,584

Hawaii $62,513 Rhode Island $62,011 Maryland $61,670 Minnesota $61,203 Colorado $61,024 Illinois $60,964 Oregon $60,737 Delaware $60,569

New Hampshire $60,464 Virginia $60,228 Pennsylvania $59,540 Nevada $59,194 North Dakota $59,080 Michigan $58,900 Wisconsin $58,835 Vermont $58,703

Texas $58,338 Maine $58,314 Arizona $58,278 Ohio $58,237 Georgia $57,686 Indiana $57,411 Wyoming $57,357 Utah $57,274

Iowa $57,238 Kansas $56,951 Louisiana $56,867 North Carolina $56,837 Missouri $56,825 Florida $56,592 Montana $56,466 Nebraska $56,347

Kentucky $56,281 South Carolina $56,042 Tennessee $55,892 Idaho $55,832 New Mexico $55,396 Oklahoma $55,300 Alabama $54,947 South Dakota $54,355

Arkansas $54,032 West Virginia $53,859 Mississippi $53,338

Top Paying Cities for Desktop Support Technicians

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:

Lincoln: $60,296
Little Creek: $60,738
Magnolia: $60,651

Lincoln, DE $60,296 Little Creek, DE $60,738 Magnolia, DE $60,651 Milford, DE $60,450 Marydel, DE $60,549 Millsboro, DE $60,043 Millville, DE $60,136 Milton, DE $60,240

Nassau, DE $60,284 Ocean View, DE $60,126 Rehoboth Beach, DE $60,241 Seaford, DE $60,276 Selbyville, DE $60,026 Smyrna, DE $60,780 Viola, DE $60,500 Woodside, DE $60,662

Bear, DE $60,523 Newark, DE $60,500 Claymont, DE $60,624 Delaware City, DE $60,560 Hockessin, DE $60,494 Kirkwood, DE $60,549 Middletown, DE $60,572 Montchanin, DE $60,508

New Castle, DE $60,517 Odessa, DE $60,602 Port Penn, DE $60,643 Rockland, DE $60,514 Saint Georges, DE $60,553 Townsend, DE $60,646 Winterthur, DE $60,521 Lewes, DE $60,264

Wilmington, DE $60,497 Dover, DE $60,738 Dover Afb, DE $60,418 Bethany Beach, DE $60,063 Bethel, DE $60,125 Bridgeville, DE $60,267 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,567 Cheswold, DE $60,718

Clayton, DE $60,720 Dagsboro, DE $60,021 Delmar, DE $59,924 Ellendale, DE $60,106 Felton, DE $60,445 Fenwick Island, DE $60,034 Frankford, DE $59,929 Frederica, DE $60,505

Georgetown, DE $59,998 Greenwood, DE $60,276 Harbeson, DE $60,062 Harrington, DE $60,368 Hartly, DE $60,556 Houston, DE $60,282 Kenton, DE $60,723 Laurel, DE $59,962

Yorklyn, DE $60,512

Desktop Support Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Desktop Support Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Desktop Support Technician positions in Retail & Wholesale or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Desktop Support Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Desktop Support Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$81,768	$39.0	35%
Financial Services	$78,740	$38.0	30%
Biotechnology	$72,683	$35.0	20%
Internet	$72,683	$35.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$69,655	$33.0	15%

Desktop Support Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Desktop Support Technician'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 July 01, 2026

$54,920

Average $60,569/year

$68,635

$4,577

Average $5,047/month

$5,720

$1,056

Average $1,165/week

$1,320

$26

Average $29/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,635	$5,720	$1,320	$33
Average	$60,569	$5,047	$1,165	$29
25th Percentile	$54,920	$4,577	$1,056	$26

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