What are the main factors that influence a Cybersecurity Associate's salary?

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

How does experience change A Cybersecurity Associate's salary?

A Cybersecurity Associate's salary grows with experience: a Cybersecurity Associate (2-4 years)earns $113,105, a Cyber Security Architect II (4-7 years)earns $140,111, a Cyber Security Architect III (7+ years)earns $161,758, a Cyber Security Architect IV (7-10 years)earns $190,653, a Cyber Security Architect V (10-12 years)earns $222,838,

What are the highest paying states for a Cybersecurity Associate?

Cybersecurity Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cybersecurity Associate roles are District of Columbia $119,065, California $118,613, Massachusetts $117,033. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cybersecurity Associate roles make?

Salaries for Cybersecurity Associate level roles vary by specialization: Cybersecurity Administrator: $177,632; Cybersecurity Expert: $174,739; Cybersecurity Manager: $166,218; Cybersecurity Consultant: $145,478; Cybersecurity Researcher: $136,779.

Cybersecurity Associate Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Cybersecurity Associate make in Hawaii?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cybersecurity Associate in Hawaii is $112,398 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

However, a Cybersecurity Associate's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $130,491
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $102,217 to $121,868
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $92,949

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Cybersecurity Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,868	$10,156	$2,344	$59
Average	$112,398	$9,366	$2,161	$54
25th Percentile	$102,217	$8,518	$1,966	$49

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Key Factors That Influence Cybersecurity Associate Salaries

A Cybersecurity Associate'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 Cybersecurity Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cybersecurity Associate'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): $113,105
Early Career (1-2 years): $140,111
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $161,758
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $190,653
Expert (over 8 years): $222,838

Levels	Salary
Cybersecu... Level Cybersecurity Associate	$113,105
Cyber Sec... Level Cybersecurity Associate	$140,111
Cyber Sec... Level Cybersecurity Associate	$161,758
Cyber Sec... Level Cybersecurity Associate	$190,653
Cyber Sec... Level Cybersecurity Associate	$222,838

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How Do Cybersecurity Associate 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 Cybersecurity Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $119,065.
California: $118,613.
Massachusetts: $117,033.

District of Columbia $119,065 California $118,613 Massachusetts $117,033 Washington $116,602 New Jersey $116,559 Alaska $116,409 Connecticut $114,925 New York $114,323

Hawaii $112,398 Rhode Island $111,494 Maryland $110,881 Minnesota $110,043 Colorado $109,720 Illinois $109,612 Oregon $109,204 Delaware $108,903

New Hampshire $108,713 Virginia $108,290 Pennsylvania $107,053 Nevada $106,429 North Dakota $106,225 Michigan $105,902 Wisconsin $105,784 Vermont $105,548

Texas $104,892 Maine $104,849 Arizona $104,784 Ohio $104,709 Georgia $103,719 Indiana $103,225 Wyoming $103,128 Utah $102,977

Iowa $102,913 Kansas $102,397 Louisiana $102,246 North Carolina $102,192 Missouri $102,171 Florida $101,752 Montana $101,526 Nebraska $101,311

Kentucky $101,192 South Carolina $100,762 Tennessee $100,493 Idaho $100,386 New Mexico $99,601 Oklahoma $99,429 Alabama $98,794 South Dakota $97,730

Arkansas $97,149 West Virginia $96,837 Mississippi $95,901

Top Paying Cities for Cybersecurity Associates

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: $111,828
Anahola: $111,075
Captain Cook: $111,075

Aiea, HI $111,828 Anahola, HI $111,075 Captain Cook, HI $111,075 Eleele, HI $111,075 Ewa Beach, HI $111,828 Kapolei, HI $111,580 Haiku, HI $111,075 Hakalau, HI $111,075

Haleiwa, HI $111,075 Hana, HI $111,075 Hanalei, HI $111,075 Hanamaulu, HI $111,075 Hanapepe, HI $111,075 Hauula, HI $111,322 Hawaii National Park, HI $111,075 Hawi, HI $111,075

Hilo, HI $111,075 Princeville, HI $111,075 Holualoa, HI $111,075 Honaunau, HI $111,075 Honokaa, HI $111,075 Honomu, HI $111,075 Hoolehua, HI $111,075 Kaaawa, HI $111,527

Kahuku, HI $111,075 Kahului, HI $111,075 Kailua, HI $111,828 Ocean View, HI $111,075 Waikoloa, HI $111,075 Keauhou, HI $111,075 Kailua Kona, HI $111,075 Kalaheo, HI $111,075

Kalaupapa, HI $111,075 Kamuela, HI $111,075 Kaneohe, HI $111,828 Kapaa, HI $111,075 Kaumakani, HI $111,075 Kaunakakai, HI $111,075 Keaau, HI $111,075 Kealakekua, HI $111,075

Kealia, HI $111,075 Kekaha, HI $111,075 Kihei, HI $111,075 Kilauea, HI $111,075 Kapaau, HI $111,075 Koloa, HI $111,075 Kualapuu, HI $111,075 Kunia, HI $111,473

Kurtistown, HI $111,075 Lahaina, HI $111,075 Laie, HI $111,172 Lanai City, HI $111,075 Laupahoehoe, HI $111,075 Lawai, HI $111,075 Lihue, HI $111,075 Makawao, HI $111,075

Makaweli, HI $111,075 Maunaloa, HI $111,075 Mountain View, HI $111,075 Naalehu, HI $111,075 Ninole, HI $111,075 Ookala, HI $111,075 Paauilo, HI $111,075 Pahala, HI $111,075

Pahoa, HI $111,075 Paia, HI $111,075 Papaaloa, HI $111,075 Papaikou, HI $111,075 Pearl City, HI $111,828 Pepeekeo, HI $111,075 Puunene, HI $111,075 Volcano, HI $111,075

Wahiawa, HI $111,473 Pukalani, HI $111,075 Mililani, HI $111,623 Kula, HI $111,075 Waialua, HI $111,075 Waianae, HI $111,172 Wailuku, HI $111,075 Waimanalo, HI $111,828

Waimea, HI $111,075 Waipahu, HI $111,774 Honolulu, HI $111,828 J B P H H, HI $111,828 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $111,527 Schofield Barracks, HI $111,430 Fort Shafter, HI $111,828 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $111,828

Camp H M Smith, HI $111,828 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $111,774 Wake Island, HI $111,828

Cybersecurity Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cybersecurity Associate'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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$102,217

Average $112,398/year

$121,868

$8,518

Average $9,366/month

$10,156

$1,966

Average $2,161/week

$2,344

$49

Average $54/hour

$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,868	$10,156	$2,344	$59
Average	$112,398	$9,366	$2,161	$54
25th Percentile	$102,217	$8,518	$1,966	$49

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