As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Help Desk Engineer in Independence, MO is $110,919, equivalent to $53 per hour, $2,133 weekly, or $9,243 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Help Desk Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Help Desk Engineer in Independence, MO vary widely, spanning from $89,004 to $137,813. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($99,448) and 75th percentile ($124,996), while top earners (90th percentile) make $137,813 per year. This $25,548 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or IT Support, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Independence Help Desk Engineer often earn 2.5% lower than national averages. However, Independence currently ranks 456 statewide for Help Desk Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Help Desk Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Help Desk Engineer Salary $89,004 Independence, MO February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Help Desk Engineer Salary $99,448 Independence, MO February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Help Desk Engineer Salary $110,919 Independence, MO February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Help Desk Engineer Salary $124,996 Independence, MO February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Help Desk Engineer Salary $137,813 Independence, MO February 01, 2026
25% $99,448 10% $89,004 90% $137,813 75% $124,996 $110,919 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Independence, Missouri    Independence is the fifth-largest city in the U.S. state of Missouri. It lies within Jackson County, of which it is the county seat. Independence is....More

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