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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Support Services Specialist in Colorado is $75,889 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.
However, a Support Services Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Support Services Specialist Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $87,060 | $7,255 | $1,674 | $42 |
| Average | $75,889 | $6,324 | $1,459 | $36 |
| 25th Percentile | $67,712 | $5,643 | $1,302 | $33 |
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A Support Services 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Support Services 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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Technical... Level Support Services Specialist | $65,142 |
| Support S... Level Support Services Specialist | $75,067 |
| Technical... Level Support Services Specialist | $88,133 |
| Technical... Level Support Services Specialist | $111,326 |
| Technical... Level Support Services Specialist | $79,152 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Support Services Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Support Services Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Support Services Specialist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Support Services Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biotechnology | $94,861 | $46.0 | 25% |
| Aerospace & Defense | $87,272 | $42.0 | 15% |
| Energy & Utilities | $83,478 | $40.0 | 10% |
| Insurance | $83,478 | $40.0 | 10% |
| Internet | $83,478 | $40.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a Support Services 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $87,060 | $7,255 | $1,674 | $42 |
| Average | $75,889 | $6,324 | $1,459 | $36 |
| 25th Percentile | $67,712 | $5,643 | $1,302 | $33 |
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