What are the main factors that influence an IT Technical Support'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 IT Technical Support?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for IT Technical Support roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change An IT Technical Support's salary?

An IT Technical Support's salary grows with experience: a Help Desk Support Specialist I (0-1 years)earns $51,735, a IT Technical Support (1-3 years)earns $60,053, a Help Desk Support Specialist III (3-5 years)earns $67,970, a Help Desk Support Specialist IV (5-7 years)earns $74,936, a Help Desk Supervisor (7+ years)earns $84,191,

What are the highest paying states for an IT Technical Support?

IT Technical Support salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for IT Technical Support roles are District of Columbia $66,261, California $66,010, Massachusetts $65,130. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of IT Technical Support roles make?

Salaries for IT Technical Support level roles vary by specialization: IT Support Desk Director: $174,590; Technical Support Engineer V: $150,638; Technical Support Engineer IV: $122,509; IT Support Desk Manager: $118,353; Technical Support Engineering Supervisor: $111,279.

IT Technical Support Salary in Delaware

How much does an IT Technical Support make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an IT Technical Support in Delaware is $60,606 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $74,961
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,002 to $68,120
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,901

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IT Technical Support Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,120	$5,677	$1,310	$33
Average	$60,606	$5,050	$1,165	$29
25th Percentile	$55,002	$4,584	$1,058	$26

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Key Factors That Influence IT Technical Support Salaries

An IT Technical Support'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 IT Technical Support Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an IT Technical Support'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): $51,735
Early Career (1-2 years): $60,053
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $67,970
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $74,936
Expert (over 8 years): $84,191

Levels	Salary
Help Desk... Level IT Technical Support	$51,735
IT Techni... Level IT Technical Support	$60,053
Help Desk... Level IT Technical Support	$67,970
Help Desk... Level IT Technical Support	$74,936
Help Desk... Level IT Technical Support	$84,191

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How Do IT Technical Support 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 IT Technical Supports. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $66,261.
California: $66,010.
Massachusetts: $65,130.

District of Columbia $66,261 California $66,010 Massachusetts $65,130 Washington $64,891 New Jersey $64,867 Alaska $64,783 Connecticut $63,957 New York $63,622

Hawaii $62,551 Rhode Island $62,048 Maryland $61,707 Minnesota $61,240 Colorado $61,061 Illinois $61,001 Oregon $60,773 Delaware $60,606

New Hampshire $60,501 Virginia $60,265 Pennsylvania $59,576 Nevada $59,229 North Dakota $59,116 Michigan $58,936 Wisconsin $58,870 Vermont $58,739

Texas $58,374 Maine $58,350 Arizona $58,314 Ohio $58,272 Georgia $57,721 Indiana $57,446 Wyoming $57,392 Utah $57,308

Iowa $57,272 Kansas $56,985 Louisiana $56,901 North Carolina $56,871 Missouri $56,859 Florida $56,626 Montana $56,500 Nebraska $56,381

Kentucky $56,315 South Carolina $56,076 Tennessee $55,926 Idaho $55,866 New Mexico $55,429 Oklahoma $55,333 Alabama $54,980 South Dakota $54,388

Arkansas $54,065 West Virginia $53,891 Mississippi $53,370

Top Paying Cities for IT Technical Supports

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: $60,333
Little Creek: $60,775
Magnolia: $60,687

Lincoln, DE $60,333 Little Creek, DE $60,775 Magnolia, DE $60,687 Milford, DE $60,486 Marydel, DE $60,585 Millsboro, DE $60,080 Millville, DE $60,173 Milton, DE $60,277

Nassau, DE $60,320 Ocean View, DE $60,162 Rehoboth Beach, DE $60,278 Seaford, DE $60,312 Selbyville, DE $60,062 Smyrna, DE $60,816 Viola, DE $60,536 Woodside, DE $60,699

Bear, DE $60,559 Newark, DE $60,536 Claymont, DE $60,660 Delaware City, DE $60,597 Hockessin, DE $60,531 Kirkwood, DE $60,585 Middletown, DE $60,609 Montchanin, DE $60,545

New Castle, DE $60,554 Odessa, DE $60,639 Port Penn, DE $60,679 Rockland, DE $60,551 Saint Georges, DE $60,590 Townsend, DE $60,683 Winterthur, DE $60,558 Lewes, DE $60,300

Wilmington, DE $60,534 Dover, DE $60,775 Dover Afb, DE $60,454 Bethany Beach, DE $60,099 Bethel, DE $60,161 Bridgeville, DE $60,303 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,603 Cheswold, DE $60,755

Clayton, DE $60,757 Dagsboro, DE $60,057 Delmar, DE $59,961 Ellendale, DE $60,143 Felton, DE $60,481 Fenwick Island, DE $60,070 Frankford, DE $59,965 Frederica, DE $60,541

Georgetown, DE $60,034 Greenwood, DE $60,313 Harbeson, DE $60,098 Harrington, DE $60,405 Hartly, DE $60,593 Houston, DE $60,319 Kenton, DE $60,760 Laurel, DE $59,998

Yorklyn, DE $60,549

IT Technical Support Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For IT Technical Support roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, IT Technical Support positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view IT Technical Support as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an IT Technical Support

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$66,666	$32.0	10%
Biotechnology	$66,666	$32.0	10%
Business Services	$66,666	$32.0	10%
Chemicals	$66,666	$32.0	10%
Construction	$66,666	$32.0	10%

IT Technical Support Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an IT Technical Support'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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$55,002

Average $60,606/year

$68,120

$4,584

Average $5,050/month

$5,677

$1,058

Average $1,165/week

$1,310

$26

Average $29/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,120	$5,677	$1,310	$33
Average	$60,606	$5,050	$1,165	$29
25th Percentile	$55,002	$4,584	$1,058	$26

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