What are the main factors that influence a Computer Hardware Specialist's salary?

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

How does experience change A Computer Hardware Specialist's salary?

A Computer Hardware Specialist's salary grows with experience: a Computer Hardware Specialist (0-2 years)earns $63,202, a System Documentation Specialist II (2-4 years)earns $77,777, a System Documentation Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $91,196, a System Documentation Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $115,081, a System Documentation Supervisor (7+ years)earns $100,345,

What are the highest paying states for a Computer Hardware Specialist?

Computer Hardware Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Computer Hardware Specialist roles are District of Columbia $72,230, California $71,956, Massachusetts $70,997. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Computer Hardware Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Computer Hardware Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Hardware Development Engineer IV: $138,813; Hardware Design Engineer - Specialist: $138,800; Hardware Design Engineer IV: $138,800; Hardware Engineer IV: $138,799; Hardware Engineer - Project Lead: $138,790.

Computer Hardware Specialist Salary in Nevada

How much does a Computer Hardware Specialist make in Nevada?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer Hardware Specialist in Nevada is $64,565 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,062
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,570 to $71,106
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $53,112

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Computer Hardware Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,106	$5,926	$1,367	$34
Average	$64,565	$5,380	$1,242	$31
25th Percentile	$58,570	$4,881	$1,126	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Computer Hardware Specialist Salaries

A Computer Hardware 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.

How Experience Level Affects Computer Hardware Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computer Hardware 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): $63,202
Early Career (1-2 years): $77,777
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $91,196
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $115,081
Expert (over 8 years): $100,345

Levels	Salary
Computer ... Level Computer Hardware Specialist	$63,202
System Do... Level Computer Hardware Specialist	$77,777
System Do... Level Computer Hardware Specialist	$91,196
System Do... Level Computer Hardware Specialist	$115,081
System Do... Level Computer Hardware Specialist	$100,345

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How Do Computer Hardware Specialist 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 Computer Hardware Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $72,230.
California: $71,956.
Massachusetts: $70,997.

District of Columbia $72,230 California $71,956 Massachusetts $70,997 Washington $70,736 New Jersey $70,710 Alaska $70,619 Connecticut $69,719 New York $69,353

Hawaii $68,186 Rhode Island $67,638 Maryland $67,266 Minnesota $66,757 Colorado $66,561 Illinois $66,496 Oregon $66,248 Delaware $66,065

New Hampshire $65,951 Virginia $65,694 Pennsylvania $64,943 Nevada $64,565 North Dakota $64,441 Michigan $64,245 Wisconsin $64,174 Vermont $64,030

Texas $63,632 Maine $63,606 Arizona $63,567 Ohio $63,521 Georgia $62,921 Indiana $62,621 Wyoming $62,562 Utah $62,471

Iowa $62,432 Kansas $62,119 Louisiana $62,027 North Carolina $61,995 Missouri $61,982 Florida $61,727 Montana $61,590 Nebraska $61,460

Kentucky $61,388 South Carolina $61,127 Tennessee $60,964 Idaho $60,899 New Mexico $60,422 Oklahoma $60,318 Alabama $59,933 South Dakota $59,287

Arkansas $58,935 West Virginia $58,746 Mississippi $58,178

Top Paying Cities for Computer Hardware 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:

The Lakes: $63,391
Alamo: $65,234
Henderson: $63,404

The Lakes, NV $63,391 Alamo, NV $65,234 Henderson, NV $63,404 Beatty, NV $65,309 Blue Diamond, NV $63,477 Boulder City, NV $63,558 Bunkerville, NV $64,890 Caliente, NV $65,027

Dyer, NV $65,253 Goldfield, NV $65,223 Hiko, NV $65,094 Indian Springs, NV $64,281 Jean, NV $63,969 Amargosa Valley, NV $65,294 Logandale, NV $64,826 Manhattan, NV $65,336

Mercury, NV $65,107 Mesquite, NV $65,267 Moapa, NV $64,313 Laughlin, NV $65,007 North Las Vegas, NV $63,391 Coyote Springs, NV $64,761 Cal Nev Ari, NV $64,731 Overton, NV $64,134

Pahrump, NV $64,847 Panaca, NV $64,960 Pioche, NV $64,969 Round Mountain, NV $65,248 Searchlight, NV $64,428 Silverpeak, NV $65,451 Tonopah, NV $65,245 Sloan, NV $63,427

Las Vegas, NV $63,391 Nellis Afb, NV $63,391 Ely, NV $65,230 Austin, NV $65,191 Baker, NV $64,951 Duckwater, NV $65,281 Eureka, NV $65,228 Lund, NV $65,225

Mc Gill, NV $65,318 Ruth, NV $65,462 Crystal Bay, NV $66,087 Dayton, NV $65,260 Denio, NV $65,071 Empire, NV $65,236 Fallon, NV $65,349 Fernley, NV $65,396

Gabbs, NV $65,249 Gardnerville, NV $65,408 Genoa, NV $65,294 Gerlach, NV $65,265 Glenbrook, NV $65,358 Golconda, NV $65,218 Hawthorne, NV $65,356 Imlay, NV $65,262

Lovelock, NV $65,348 Luning, NV $65,367 Mc Dermitt, NV $65,036 Mina, NV $65,236 Minden, NV $65,242 Nixon, NV $65,260 Orovada, NV $65,121 Paradise Valley, NV $65,204

Schurz, NV $65,289 Silver City, NV $65,146 Silver Springs, NV $65,378 Smith, NV $65,338 Sparks, NV $65,368 Sun Valley, NV $65,371 Valmy, NV $65,341 Verdi, NV $65,474

Virginia City, NV $65,181 Wadsworth, NV $65,343 Wellington, NV $65,346 Winnemucca, NV $65,298 Yerington, NV $65,324 Zephyr Cove, NV $65,424 Stateline, NV $65,451 Incline Village, NV $65,547

Reno, NV $65,367 Carson City, NV $65,080 Washoe Valley, NV $65,131 Elko, NV $65,371 Spring Creek, NV $65,373 Battle Mountain, NV $65,283 Crescent Valley, NV $65,258 Carlin, NV $65,331

Deeth, NV $65,234 Halleck, NV $65,234 Jackpot, NV $64,702 Jarbidge, NV $64,846 Lamoille, NV $65,273 Montello, NV $64,844 Mountain City, NV $65,031 Owyhee, NV $64,856

Ruby Valley, NV $65,209 Tuscarora, NV $65,161 Wells, NV $65,155 West Wendover, NV $65,212

Computer Hardware Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Computer Hardware 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.

Last Updated on June 01, 2026

$58,570

Average $64,565/year

$71,106

$4,881

Average $5,380/month

$5,926

$1,126

Average $1,242/week

$1,367

$28

Average $31/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,106	$5,926	$1,367	$34
Average	$64,565	$5,380	$1,242	$31
25th Percentile	$58,570	$4,881	$1,126	$28

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