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 $53,756, a Computer Support Specialist (1-3 years)earns $62,385, a Help Desk Support Specialist III (3-5 years)earns $70,599, a Help Desk Support Specialist IV (5-7 years)earns $77,848, a Help Desk Supervisor (7+ years)earns $87,473,

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 $67,910, California $67,653, Massachusetts $66,751. 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: $77,377; Computer User Support Specialist: $72,104; Computer Support Operations Specialist III: $68,030; Computer Operator III: $68,029; Computer Systems Support Specialist: $66,232.

Computer Support Specialist Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Computer Support Specialist make in Hawaii?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer Support Specialist in Hawaii is $64,108 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,901
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,170 to $72,374
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,764

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Computer Support Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,374	$6,031	$1,392	$35
Average	$64,108	$5,342	$1,233	$31
25th Percentile	$58,170	$4,847	$1,119	$28

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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): $53,756
Early Career (1-2 years): $62,385
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $70,599
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $77,848
Expert (over 8 years): $87,473

Levels	Salary
Help Desk... Level Computer Support Specialist	$53,756
Computer ... Level Computer Support Specialist	$62,385
Help Desk... Level Computer Support Specialist	$70,599
Help Desk... Level Computer Support Specialist	$77,848
Help Desk... Level Computer Support Specialist	$87,473

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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: $67,910.
California: $67,653.
Massachusetts: $66,751.

District of Columbia $67,910 California $67,653 Massachusetts $66,751 Washington $66,506 New Jersey $66,481 Alaska $66,395 Connecticut $65,549 New York $65,206

Hawaii $64,108 Rhode Island $63,592 Maryland $63,243 Minnesota $62,764 Colorado $62,580 Illinois $62,519 Oregon $62,286 Delaware $62,114

New Hampshire $62,006 Virginia $61,765 Pennsylvania $61,059 Nevada $60,704 North Dakota $60,587 Michigan $60,403 Wisconsin $60,336 Vermont $60,201

Texas $59,826 Maine $59,802 Arizona $59,765 Ohio $59,722 Georgia $59,158 Indiana $58,876 Wyoming $58,821 Utah $58,735

Iowa $58,698 Kansas $58,403 Louisiana $58,318 North Carolina $58,287 Missouri $58,275 Florida $58,035 Montana $57,907 Nebraska $57,784

Kentucky $57,717 South Carolina $57,471 Tennessee $57,318 Idaho $57,257 New Mexico $56,809 Oklahoma $56,711 Alabama $56,349 South Dakota $55,742

Arkansas $55,410 West Virginia $55,232 Mississippi $54,699

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:

Aiea: $63,783
Anahola: $63,353
Captain Cook: $63,353

Aiea, HI $63,783 Anahola, HI $63,353 Captain Cook, HI $63,353 Eleele, HI $63,353 Ewa Beach, HI $63,783 Kapolei, HI $63,642 Haiku, HI $63,353 Hakalau, HI $63,353

Haleiwa, HI $63,353 Hana, HI $63,353 Hanalei, HI $63,353 Hanamaulu, HI $63,353 Hanapepe, HI $63,353 Hauula, HI $63,494 Hawaii National Park, HI $63,353 Hawi, HI $63,353

Hilo, HI $63,353 Princeville, HI $63,353 Holualoa, HI $63,353 Honaunau, HI $63,353 Honokaa, HI $63,353 Honomu, HI $63,353 Hoolehua, HI $63,353 Kaaawa, HI $63,611

Kahuku, HI $63,353 Kahului, HI $63,353 Kailua, HI $63,783 Ocean View, HI $63,353 Waikoloa, HI $63,353 Keauhou, HI $63,353 Kailua Kona, HI $63,353 Kalaheo, HI $63,353

Kalaupapa, HI $63,353 Kamuela, HI $63,353 Kaneohe, HI $63,783 Kapaa, HI $63,353 Kaumakani, HI $63,353 Kaunakakai, HI $63,353 Keaau, HI $63,353 Kealakekua, HI $63,353

Kealia, HI $63,353 Kekaha, HI $63,353 Kihei, HI $63,353 Kilauea, HI $63,353 Kapaau, HI $63,353 Koloa, HI $63,353 Kualapuu, HI $63,353 Kunia, HI $63,580

Kurtistown, HI $63,353 Lahaina, HI $63,353 Laie, HI $63,408 Lanai City, HI $63,353 Laupahoehoe, HI $63,353 Lawai, HI $63,353 Lihue, HI $63,353 Makawao, HI $63,353

Makaweli, HI $63,353 Maunaloa, HI $63,353 Mountain View, HI $63,353 Naalehu, HI $63,353 Ninole, HI $63,353 Ookala, HI $63,353 Paauilo, HI $63,353 Pahala, HI $63,353

Pahoa, HI $63,353 Paia, HI $63,353 Papaaloa, HI $63,353 Papaikou, HI $63,353 Pearl City, HI $63,783 Pepeekeo, HI $63,353 Puunene, HI $63,353 Volcano, HI $63,353

Wahiawa, HI $63,580 Pukalani, HI $63,353 Mililani, HI $63,666 Kula, HI $63,353 Waialua, HI $63,353 Waianae, HI $63,408 Wailuku, HI $63,353 Waimanalo, HI $63,783

Waimea, HI $63,353 Waipahu, HI $63,752 Honolulu, HI $63,783 J B P H H, HI $63,783 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $63,611 Schofield Barracks, HI $63,556 Fort Shafter, HI $63,783 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $63,783

Camp H M Smith, HI $63,783 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $63,752 Wake Island, HI $63,783

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.

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$58,170

Average $64,108/year

$72,374

$4,847

Average $5,342/month

$6,031

$1,119

Average $1,233/week

$1,392

$28

Average $31/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,374	$6,031	$1,392	$35
Average	$64,108	$5,342	$1,233	$31
25th Percentile	$58,170	$4,847	$1,119	$28

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