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

A Computer Hardware Technician's salary grows with experience: a Hardware Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $81,498, a Computer Hardware Technician (2-4 years)earns $97,432, a Hardware Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $112,976, a Hardware Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $137,216, a Hardware Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $161,985,

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

Computer Hardware Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Computer Hardware Technician roles are District of Columbia $106,017, California $105,615, Massachusetts $104,207. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Computer Hardware Technician level roles vary by specialization: Hardware Technician: $115,831; Computer Hardware Engineer: $84,981; It Hardware Technician: $81,100; Computer Technician -Senior: $71,600; Computer Hardware Specialist: $65,237.

Computer Hardware Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Computer Hardware Technician make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer Hardware Technician in Delaware is $96,968 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $108,510
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $90,286 to $103,010
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $84,202

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Computer Hardware Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$103,010	$8,584	$1,981	$50
Average	$96,968	$8,081	$1,865	$47
25th Percentile	$90,286	$7,524	$1,736	$43

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Key Factors That Influence Computer Hardware Technician Salaries

A Computer Hardware Technician'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 Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computer Hardware Technician'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): $81,498
Early Career (1-2 years): $97,432
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $112,976
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $137,216
Expert (over 8 years): $161,985

Levels	Salary
Hardware ... Level Computer Hardware Technician	$81,498
Computer ... Level Computer Hardware Technician	$97,432
Hardware ... Level Computer Hardware Technician	$112,976
Hardware ... Level Computer Hardware Technician	$137,216
Hardware ... Level Computer Hardware Technician	$161,985

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

District of Columbia: $106,017.
California: $105,615.
Massachusetts: $104,207.

District of Columbia $106,017 California $105,615 Massachusetts $104,207 Washington $103,824 New Jersey $103,786 Alaska $103,652 Connecticut $102,330 New York $101,794

Hawaii $100,080 Rhode Island $99,276 Maryland $98,730 Minnesota $97,983 Colorado $97,696 Illinois $97,600 Oregon $97,236 Delaware $96,968

New Hampshire $96,800 Virginia $96,422 Pennsylvania $95,321 Nevada $94,766 North Dakota $94,584 Michigan $94,297 Wisconsin $94,191 Vermont $93,981

Texas $93,397 Maine $93,358 Arizona $93,301 Ohio $93,234 Georgia $92,353 Indiana $91,912 Wyoming $91,826 Utah $91,692

Iowa $91,635 Kansas $91,175 Louisiana $91,041 North Carolina $90,993 Missouri $90,974 Florida $90,601 Montana $90,400 Nebraska $90,208

Kentucky $90,103 South Carolina $89,720 Tennessee $89,480 Idaho $89,385 New Mexico $88,686 Oklahoma $88,532 Alabama $87,967 South Dakota $87,020

Arkansas $86,502 West Virginia $86,225 Mississippi $85,392

Top Paying Cities for Computer Hardware Technicians

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: $96,532
Little Creek: $97,238
Magnolia: $97,098

Lincoln, DE $96,532 Little Creek, DE $97,238 Magnolia, DE $97,098 Milford, DE $96,777 Marydel, DE $96,936 Millsboro, DE $96,126 Millville, DE $96,275 Milton, DE $96,442

Nassau, DE $96,511 Ocean View, DE $96,259 Rehoboth Beach, DE $96,443 Seaford, DE $96,498 Selbyville, DE $96,099 Smyrna, DE $97,305 Viola, DE $96,857 Woodside, DE $97,118

Bear, DE $96,893 Newark, DE $96,857 Claymont, DE $97,055 Delaware City, DE $96,954 Hockessin, DE $96,848 Kirkwood, DE $96,936 Middletown, DE $96,973 Montchanin, DE $96,870

New Castle, DE $96,885 Odessa, DE $97,021 Port Penn, DE $97,086 Rockland, DE $96,880 Saint Georges, DE $96,942 Townsend, DE $97,092 Winterthur, DE $96,892 Lewes, DE $96,479

Wilmington, DE $96,853 Dover, DE $97,238 Dover Afb, DE $96,726 Bethany Beach, DE $96,157 Bethel, DE $96,257 Bridgeville, DE $96,484 Camden Wyoming, DE $96,964 Cheswold, DE $97,207

Clayton, DE $97,209 Dagsboro, DE $96,090 Delmar, DE $95,936 Ellendale, DE $96,227 Felton, DE $96,769 Fenwick Island, DE $96,111 Frankford, DE $95,944 Frederica, DE $96,865

Georgetown, DE $96,054 Greenwood, DE $96,499 Harbeson, DE $96,156 Harrington, DE $96,646 Hartly, DE $96,947 Houston, DE $96,509 Kenton, DE $97,214 Laurel, DE $95,996

Yorklyn, DE $96,877

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

Understanding how a Computer Hardware Technician'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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$90,286

Average $96,968/year

$103,010

$7,524

Average $8,081/month

$8,584

$1,736

Average $1,865/week

$1,981

$43

Average $47/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$103,010	$8,584	$1,981	$50
Average	$96,968	$8,081	$1,865	$47
25th Percentile	$90,286	$7,524	$1,736	$43

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