Computer Support Engineer Salary in the United States

How much does a Computer Support Engineer make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer Support Engineer in the United States is $54,224 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $62,262
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,663 to $58,431
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,511
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Computer Support Engineer Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $58,431 $4,869 $1,124 $28
Average $54,224 $4,519 $1,043 $26
25th Percentile $49,663 $4,139 $955 $24
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Key Factors That Influence Computer Support Engineer Salaries

A Computer Support Engineer'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 Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computer Support Engineer'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): $53,147
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $53,274
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $54,097
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $56,218
  • Expert (over 8 years): $56,889
Levels Salary
Entry Level Computer Support Engineer$53,147
Intermediate Level Computer Support Engineer$53,274
Senior Level Computer Support Engineer$54,097
Specialist Level Computer Support Engineer$56,218
Expert Level Computer Support Engineer$56,889
$53,147 0 yr
$53,274 < 2 yrs
$54,097 2-4 yrs
$56,218 5-8 yrs
$56,889 > 8 yrs
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How Do Computer Support Engineer 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 Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $60,037.
  • California: $59,809.
  • Massachusetts: $59,012.

Top Paying Cities for Computer Support Engineers

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:

  • San Jose: $68,393
  • San Francisco: $67,721
  • Oakland: $66,219

What Skills Can Increase a Computer Support Engineer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 14.2% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Customer Relationship (Mentioned in 2.19% Job Postings): Customer relations is the company-wide process of nurturing positive relationships with your customers . It helps you connect with your customers on a much more personal level and create a sense of mutual understanding with them.
  • CSR (Mentioned in 1.69% Job Postings): Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is a business model that helps a company be socially accountable to itself, its stakeholders, and the public.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 14.2%
Customer Relationship 2.19%
CSR 1.69%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Computer Support Engineer's salary.
  • HIPAA: Can increase your salary by up to 47%.
  • Influencing: Can increase your salary by up to 40%.
  • Prospecting: Can increase your salary by up to 28%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
HIPAA
$79,710
47%
Influencing
$75,914
40%
Prospecting
$69,407
28%
Credit Reports
$67,780
25%
Retail Banking
$65,069
20%
Consulting
$63,985
18%
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Computer Support Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Computer Support Engineer'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 January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Computer Support Engineer

Salaries for a Computer Support Engineer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $39,223 in 2023 to around $39,511 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Computer Support Engineer salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Computer Support Engineer Over Time

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