What are the main factors that influence a Desktop Support Tech's salary?

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

How does experience change A Desktop Support Tech's salary?

A Desktop Support Tech's salary grows with experience: a Desktop Support Tech (0-1 years)earns $51,030, a PC Maintenance Technician II (1-3 years)earns $61,209, a PC Maintenance Technician III (3-5 years)earns $71,900, a PC Support Manager (5+ years)earns $118,820,

What are the highest paying states for a Desktop Support Tech?

Desktop Support Tech salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Desktop Support Tech roles are District of Columbia $57,036, California $56,820, Massachusetts $56,063. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Desktop Support Tech roles make?

Salaries for Desktop Support Tech level roles vary by specialization: Desktop Support Manager: $118,200; Desktop Support II: $86,975; Desktop Support Engineer: $72,117; Desktop Support Tech III: $71,520; Desktop Support Analyst: $67,785.

Desktop Support Tech Salary in Delaware

How much does a Desktop Support Tech make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Desktop Support Tech in Delaware is $52,168 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $62,604
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,634 to $57,631
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,505

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Desktop Support Tech Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,631	$4,803	$1,108	$28
Average	$52,168	$4,347	$1,003	$25
25th Percentile	$47,634	$3,969	$916	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Desktop Support Tech Salaries

A Desktop Support Tech'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 Do Desktop Support Tech 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 Desktop Support Teches. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $57,036.
California: $56,820.
Massachusetts: $56,063.

District of Columbia $57,036 California $56,820 Massachusetts $56,063 Washington $55,857 New Jersey $55,836 Alaska $55,764 Connecticut $55,053 New York $54,765

Hawaii $53,843 Rhode Island $53,410 Maryland $53,116 Minnesota $52,714 Colorado $52,560 Illinois $52,508 Oregon $52,313 Delaware $52,168

New Hampshire $52,078 Virginia $51,875 Pennsylvania $51,282 Nevada $50,984 North Dakota $50,886 Michigan $50,731 Wisconsin $50,674 Vermont $50,561

Texas $50,247 Maine $50,226 Arizona $50,195 Ohio $50,159 Georgia $49,685 Indiana $49,448 Wyoming $49,402 Utah $49,330

Iowa $49,299 Kansas $49,052 Louisiana $48,980 North Carolina $48,954 Missouri $48,944 Florida $48,743 Montana $48,634 Nebraska $48,531

Kentucky $48,475 South Carolina $48,269 Tennessee $48,140 Idaho $48,088 New Mexico $47,712 Oklahoma $47,630 Alabama $47,326 South Dakota $46,816

Arkansas $46,538 West Virginia $46,388 Mississippi $45,940

Top Paying Cities for Desktop Support Teches

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: $51,933
Little Creek: $52,314
Magnolia: $52,238

Lincoln, DE $51,933 Little Creek, DE $52,314 Magnolia, DE $52,238 Milford, DE $52,065 Marydel, DE $52,151 Millsboro, DE $51,716 Millville, DE $51,795 Milton, DE $51,885

Nassau, DE $51,923 Ocean View, DE $51,787 Rehoboth Beach, DE $51,886 Seaford, DE $51,915 Selbyville, DE $51,701 Smyrna, DE $52,350 Viola, DE $52,109 Woodside, DE $52,249

Bear, DE $52,128 Newark, DE $52,109 Claymont, DE $52,215 Delaware City, DE $52,161 Hockessin, DE $52,104 Kirkwood, DE $52,151 Middletown, DE $52,171 Montchanin, DE $52,116

New Castle, DE $52,124 Odessa, DE $52,197 Port Penn, DE $52,232 Rockland, DE $52,121 Saint Georges, DE $52,154 Townsend, DE $52,235 Winterthur, DE $52,127 Lewes, DE $51,905

Wilmington, DE $52,107 Dover, DE $52,314 Dover Afb, DE $52,038 Bethany Beach, DE $51,732 Bethel, DE $51,786 Bridgeville, DE $51,908 Camden Wyoming, DE $52,166 Cheswold, DE $52,297

Clayton, DE $52,298 Dagsboro, DE $51,696 Delmar, DE $51,613 Ellendale, DE $51,770 Felton, DE $52,061 Fenwick Island, DE $51,707 Frankford, DE $51,617 Frederica, DE $52,113

Georgetown, DE $51,676 Greenwood, DE $51,916 Harbeson, DE $51,731 Harrington, DE $51,995 Hartly, DE $52,157 Houston, DE $51,921 Kenton, DE $52,301 Laurel, DE $51,645

Yorklyn, DE $52,119

Desktop Support Tech Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Desktop Support Tech'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

$47,634

Average $52,168/year

$57,631

$3,969

Average $4,347/month

$4,803

$916

Average $1,003/week

$1,108

$23

Average $25/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,631	$4,803	$1,108	$28
Average	$52,168	$4,347	$1,003	$25
25th Percentile	$47,634	$3,969	$916	$23

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