Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, aged to 2026 using compounded market movement. State selections show BLS state-level figures where published. Actual pay varies with experience, industry, and organization size.
Computer Network Support Specialist salary by state
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About this role
Computer Network Support Specialist is a professional role within the function in the Computer and Mathematical job family.
Typical experience: 3 to 6 years at the Specialist / Intermediate level, per widely used corporate career-level norms (Radford, Mercer, and SHRM career-level frameworks). Actual expectations vary by function, industry, and company size.
Configure security settings or access permissions for groups or individuals.
Analyze and report computer network security breaches or attempted breaches.
Identify the causes of networking problems, using diagnostic testing software and equipment.
Document network support activities.
Top skills:Critical ThinkingActive ListeningReading ComprehensionJudgment and Decision MakingSpeakingMonitoring
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Computer Network Support Specialist pay by experience level
Entry level$49,000
Typical starting pay (about the 10th percentile)
Early career$60,500
A few years in (about the 25th percentile)
Experienced$79,000
Mid-career median pay
Senior$102,000
Seasoned professionals (about the 75th percentile)
Top earners$132,500
Highest earners (about the 90th percentile)
Experience tiers are derived from the BLS wage percentile distribution for this occupation, aged to 2026. Actual pay varies by employer, location, and specialization.
Job outlook
+1.8%
projected change in jobs, 2024–2034
9,600
projected openings per year
Growing slower than average
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program (2024–2034). Openings include growth and replacement needs.
Computer Network Support Specialist salary by industry
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
42,410 workers
$85,500
Computer Systems Design and Related Services
31,540 workers
$83,500
Educational Services
15,150 workers
$74,000
Telecommunications
11,600 workers
$83,000
Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Schools and Hospitals and USPS
10,850 workers
$85,000
Educational Services, Local Government Owned
8,770 workers
$73,000
Management of Companies and Enterprises
8,650 workers
$95,500
Management of Companies and Enterprises
8,650 workers
$95,500
Elementary and Secondary Schools
8,000 workers
$72,500
Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services
7,380 workers
$90,500
National sector-level figures, BLS OEWS May 2025, aged to 2026.
Typical duties and FLSA status
Core duties
Back up network data.
Configure security settings or access permissions for groups or individuals.
Analyze and report computer network security breaches or attempted breaches.
Identify the causes of networking problems, using diagnostic testing software and equipment.
Document network support activities.
FLSA classification (typical)
Typically Exempt · Professional or Administrative exemption
Individual contributor roles at this level typically qualify for the Professional exemption (requiring advanced knowledge in a field of science or learning) or the Administrative exemption (office work related to management or general business operations with discretion on significant matters). Actual classification depends on the specific job duties, salary basis, and any applicable state or local rules. The current federal salary threshold for exemption is $684 per week ($35,568 per year), per the 2020 Department of Labor rule; the 2024 rule that would have raised the threshold was struck down by federal court in November 2024.
How this role compares
Computer Network Support Specialist pays 31% below the average across 38 roles in the Computer and Mathematical job family (family average $123,500).
Related occupations from O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Computer Network Support Specialist make?
The average base salary for a Computer Network Support Specialist in the United States is $85,000 per year, or about $40.87 per hour.
What is the typical salary range?
Pay typically falls between $60,000 and $102,500 per year (25th to 75th percentile) depending on experience, location, industry, and organization size.
How does this compare with other Computer and Mathematical roles?
The Computer and Mathematical job family averages $123,500 across 38 roles tracked by WePayFairly.
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