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

A Computer Support Specialist's salary grows with experience: a Help Desk Support Specialist I (0-1 years)earns $52,086, a Computer Support Specialist (1-3 years)earns $60,452, a Help Desk Support Specialist III (3-5 years)earns $68,414, a Help Desk Support Specialist IV (5-7 years)earns $75,434, a Help Desk Supervisor (7+ years)earns $84,758,

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

Computer Support Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Computer Support Specialist roles are District of Columbia $67,921, California $67,663, Massachusetts $66,761. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Computer Support Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Computer Technical Support Specialist: $77,376; Computer User Support Specialist: $72,099; Computer Support Operations Specialist III: $68,040; Computer Operator III: $68,038; Computer Systems Support Specialist: $66,244.

Computer Support Specialist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Computer Support Specialist make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer Support Specialist in Delaware is $62,124 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,455
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,369 to $70,149
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,129

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Computer Support Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,149	$5,846	$1,349	$34
Average	$62,124	$5,177	$1,195	$30
25th Percentile	$56,369	$4,697	$1,084	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Computer Support Specialist Salaries

A Computer Support 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 Support Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computer Support 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): $52,086
Early Career (1-2 years): $60,452
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $68,414
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $75,434
Expert (over 8 years): $84,758

Levels	Salary
Help Desk... Level Computer Support Specialist	$52,086
Computer ... Level Computer Support Specialist	$60,452
Help Desk... Level Computer Support Specialist	$68,414
Help Desk... Level Computer Support Specialist	$75,434
Help Desk... Level Computer Support Specialist	$84,758

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

District of Columbia: $67,921.
California: $67,663.
Massachusetts: $66,761.

District of Columbia $67,921 California $67,663 Massachusetts $66,761 Washington $66,516 New Jersey $66,491 Alaska $66,406 Connecticut $65,559 New York $65,215

Hawaii $64,117 Rhode Island $63,602 Maryland $63,252 Minnesota $62,774 Colorado $62,590 Illinois $62,529 Oregon $62,295 Delaware $62,124

New Hampshire $62,016 Virginia $61,774 Pennsylvania $61,069 Nevada $60,713 North Dakota $60,596 Michigan $60,412 Wisconsin $60,345 Vermont $60,210

Texas $59,836 Maine $59,811 Arizona $59,774 Ohio $59,731 Georgia $59,167 Indiana $58,885 Wyoming $58,829 Utah $58,744

Iowa $58,707 Kansas $58,412 Louisiana $58,326 North Carolina $58,296 Missouri $58,284 Florida $58,044 Montana $57,915 Nebraska $57,793

Kentucky $57,725 South Carolina $57,480 Tennessee $57,327 Idaho $57,265 New Mexico $56,817 Oklahoma $56,719 Alabama $56,357 South Dakota $55,750

Arkansas $55,419 West Virginia $55,241 Mississippi $54,707

Top Paying Cities for Computer Support 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:

Lincoln: $61,844
Little Creek: $62,297
Magnolia: $62,207

Lincoln, DE $61,844 Little Creek, DE $62,297 Magnolia, DE $62,207 Milford, DE $62,001 Marydel, DE $62,103 Millsboro, DE $61,584 Millville, DE $61,680 Milton, DE $61,786

Nassau, DE $61,831 Ocean View, DE $61,669 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,788 Seaford, DE $61,822 Selbyville, DE $61,567 Smyrna, DE $62,340 Viola, DE $62,053 Woodside, DE $62,219

Bear, DE $62,076 Newark, DE $62,053 Claymont, DE $62,180 Delaware City, DE $62,114 Hockessin, DE $62,047 Kirkwood, DE $62,103 Middletown, DE $62,127 Montchanin, DE $62,061

New Castle, DE $62,070 Odessa, DE $62,157 Port Penn, DE $62,199 Rockland, DE $62,067 Saint Georges, DE $62,107 Townsend, DE $62,203 Winterthur, DE $62,075 Lewes, DE $61,810

Wilmington, DE $62,050 Dover, DE $62,297 Dover Afb, DE $61,968 Bethany Beach, DE $61,604 Bethel, DE $61,668 Bridgeville, DE $61,813 Camden Wyoming, DE $62,121 Cheswold, DE $62,276

Clayton, DE $62,278 Dagsboro, DE $61,561 Delmar, DE $61,462 Ellendale, DE $61,649 Felton, DE $61,996 Fenwick Island, DE $61,575 Frankford, DE $61,467 Frederica, DE $62,057

Georgetown, DE $61,538 Greenwood, DE $61,823 Harbeson, DE $61,603 Harrington, DE $61,918 Hartly, DE $62,110 Houston, DE $61,829 Kenton, DE $62,281 Laurel, DE $61,501

Yorklyn, DE $62,065

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

Understanding how a Computer Support 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 May 01, 2026

$56,369

Average $62,124/year

$70,149

$4,697

Average $5,177/month

$5,846

$1,084

Average $1,195/week

$1,349

$27

Average $30/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,149	$5,846	$1,349	$34
Average	$62,124	$5,177	$1,195	$30
25th Percentile	$56,369	$4,697	$1,084	$27

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