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

A Computer Hardware Specialist's salary grows with experience: a Computer Hardware Specialist (0-2 years)earns $64,464, a System Documentation Specialist II (2-4 years)earns $79,340, a System Documentation Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $93,033, a System Documentation Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $117,300, a System Documentation Supervisor (7+ years)earns $102,368,

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

Computer Hardware Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Computer Hardware Specialist roles are District of Columbia $71,596, California $71,325, Massachusetts $70,374. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Computer Hardware Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Architectural Hardware Specialist: $141,504; Hardware Specialist: $139,875; Hardware Design Engineer - Specialist: $138,900; Hardware Engineer - Project Lead: $138,890; Hardware Design Engineer IV: $138,810.

Computer Hardware Specialist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Computer Hardware Specialist make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Computer Hardware Specialist in Delaware is $65,634 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $78,500
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $59,585 to $72,368
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $54,078

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Computer Hardware Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,368	$6,031	$1,392	$35
Average	$65,634	$5,470	$1,262	$32
25th Percentile	$59,585	$4,965	$1,146	$29

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Key Factors That Influence Computer Hardware Specialist Salaries

A Computer Hardware Specialist'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 Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computer Hardware Specialist'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): $64,464
Early Career (1-2 years): $79,340
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $93,033
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $117,300
Expert (over 8 years): $102,368

Levels	Salary
Computer ... Level Computer Hardware Specialist	$64,464
System Do... Level Computer Hardware Specialist	$79,340
System Do... Level Computer Hardware Specialist	$93,033
System Do... Level Computer Hardware Specialist	$117,300
System Do... Level Computer Hardware Specialist	$102,368

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

District of Columbia: $71,596.
California: $71,325.
Massachusetts: $70,374.

District of Columbia $71,596 California $71,325 Massachusetts $70,374 Washington $70,115 New Jersey $70,090 Alaska $69,999 Connecticut $69,107 New York $68,745

Hawaii $67,587 Rhode Island $67,044 Maryland $66,675 Minnesota $66,171 Colorado $65,977 Illinois $65,912 Oregon $65,667 Delaware $65,485

New Hampshire $65,372 Virginia $65,117 Pennsylvania $64,373 Nevada $63,998 North Dakota $63,875 Michigan $63,681 Wisconsin $63,610 Vermont $63,468

Texas $63,073 Maine $63,048 Arizona $63,009 Ohio $62,964 Georgia $62,369 Indiana $62,071 Wyoming $62,013 Utah $61,922

Iowa $61,884 Kansas $61,573 Louisiana $61,483 North Carolina $61,450 Missouri $61,437 Florida $61,185 Montana $61,050 Nebraska $60,920

Kentucky $60,849 South Carolina $60,590 Tennessee $60,429 Idaho $60,364 New Mexico $59,892 Oklahoma $59,789 Alabama $59,407 South Dakota $58,767

Arkansas $58,418 West Virginia $58,230 Mississippi $57,668

Top Paying Cities for Computer Hardware Specialists

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: $67,775
Little Creek: $67,147
Magnolia: $67,425

Lincoln, DE $67,775 Little Creek, DE $67,147 Magnolia, DE $67,425 Milford, DE $67,775 Marydel, DE $66,895 Millsboro, DE $67,775 Millville, DE $68,227 Milton, DE $67,775

Nassau, DE $67,775 Ocean View, DE $68,227 Rehoboth Beach, DE $68,227 Seaford, DE $67,063 Selbyville, DE $68,227 Smyrna, DE $66,818 Viola, DE $67,425 Woodside, DE $67,231

Bear, DE $66,326 Newark, DE $66,352 Claymont, DE $66,404 Delaware City, DE $66,352 Hockessin, DE $66,404 Kirkwood, DE $66,352 Middletown, DE $66,682 Montchanin, DE $66,404

New Castle, DE $66,404 Odessa, DE $66,772 Port Penn, DE $66,171 Rockland, DE $66,404 Saint Georges, DE $66,352 Townsend, DE $66,675 Winterthur, DE $66,404 Lewes, DE $67,775

Wilmington, DE $66,404 Dover, DE $67,115 Dover Afb, DE $67,270 Bethany Beach, DE $68,227 Bethel, DE $67,063 Bridgeville, DE $67,775 Camden Wyoming, DE $67,186 Cheswold, DE $66,960

Clayton, DE $66,792 Dagsboro, DE $68,227 Delmar, DE $67,063 Ellendale, DE $67,775 Felton, DE $67,775 Fenwick Island, DE $68,227 Frankford, DE $68,227 Frederica, DE $67,775

Georgetown, DE $67,775 Greenwood, DE $67,775 Harbeson, DE $67,775 Harrington, DE $67,775 Hartly, DE $66,759 Houston, DE $67,775 Kenton, DE $66,792 Laurel, DE $67,063

Yorklyn, DE $66,404

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

Understanding how a Computer Hardware Specialist'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 May 18, 2021

$59,585

Average $65,634/year

$72,368

$4,965

Average $5,470/month

$6,031

$1,146

Average $1,262/week

$1,392

$29

Average $32/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,368	$6,031	$1,392	$35
Average	$65,634	$5,470	$1,262	$32
25th Percentile	$59,585	$4,965	$1,146	$29

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