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

A Computer Hardware Technician's salary grows with experience: a Hardware Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $84,175, a Computer Hardware Technician (2-4 years)earns $100,625, a Hardware Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $116,684, a Hardware Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $141,735, a Hardware Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $167,343,

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

Computer Hardware Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Computer Hardware Technician roles are District of Columbia $109,083, California $108,669, Massachusetts $107,221. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Computer Hardware Technician level roles vary by specialization: Hardware Technician: $115,779; Computer Hardware Engineer: $83,437; It Hardware Technician: $81,720; Computer Technician -Senior: $71,500; Computer Hardware Specialist: $64,664.

Computer Hardware Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Computer Hardware Technician make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Computer Hardware Technician in Delaware is $99,999 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $111,863
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $93,281 to $106,209
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $87,165

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Computer Hardware Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$106,209	$8,851	$2,042	$51
Average	$99,999	$8,333	$1,923	$48
25th Percentile	$93,281	$7,773	$1,794	$45

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Key Factors That Influence Computer Hardware Technician Salaries

A Computer Hardware Technician'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 Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computer Hardware Technician'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): $84,175
Early Career (1-2 years): $100,625
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $116,684
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $141,735
Expert (over 8 years): $167,343

Levels	Salary
Hardware ... Level Computer Hardware Technician	$84,175
Computer ... Level Computer Hardware Technician	$100,625
Hardware ... Level Computer Hardware Technician	$116,684
Hardware ... Level Computer Hardware Technician	$141,735
Hardware ... Level Computer Hardware Technician	$167,343

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

District of Columbia: $109,083.
California: $108,669.
Massachusetts: $107,221.

District of Columbia $109,083 California $108,669 Massachusetts $107,221 Washington $106,827 New Jersey $106,787 Alaska $106,649 Connecticut $105,290 New York $104,738

Hawaii $102,975 Rhode Island $102,147 Maryland $101,585 Minnesota $100,817 Colorado $100,521 Illinois $100,423 Oregon $100,048 Delaware $99,773

New Hampshire $99,599 Virginia $99,211 Pennsylvania $98,078 Nevada $97,507 North Dakota $97,319 Michigan $97,024 Wisconsin $96,915 Vermont $96,699

Texas $96,098 Maine $96,058 Arizona $95,999 Ohio $95,930 Georgia $95,024 Indiana $94,571 Wyoming $94,482 Utah $94,344

Iowa $94,285 Kansas $93,812 Louisiana $93,674 North Carolina $93,625 Missouri $93,605 Florida $93,221 Montana $93,014 Nebraska $92,817

Kentucky $92,709 South Carolina $92,314 Tennessee $92,068 Idaho $91,970 New Mexico $91,250 Oklahoma $91,093 Alabama $90,512 South Dakota $89,536

Arkansas $89,004 West Virginia $88,718 Mississippi $87,861

Top Paying Cities for Computer Hardware Technicians

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: $103,260
Little Creek: $102,305
Magnolia: $102,728

Lincoln, DE $103,260 Little Creek, DE $102,305 Magnolia, DE $102,728 Milford, DE $103,260 Marydel, DE $101,920 Millsboro, DE $103,260 Millville, DE $103,950 Milton, DE $103,260

Nassau, DE $103,260 Ocean View, DE $103,950 Rehoboth Beach, DE $103,950 Seaford, DE $102,176 Selbyville, DE $103,950 Smyrna, DE $101,802 Viola, DE $102,728 Woodside, DE $102,433

Bear, DE $101,053 Newark, DE $101,093 Claymont, DE $101,172 Delaware City, DE $101,093 Hockessin, DE $101,172 Kirkwood, DE $101,093 Middletown, DE $101,595 Montchanin, DE $101,172

New Castle, DE $101,172 Odessa, DE $101,733 Port Penn, DE $100,817 Rockland, DE $101,172 Saint Georges, DE $101,093 Townsend, DE $101,585 Winterthur, DE $101,172 Lewes, DE $103,260

Wilmington, DE $101,172 Dover, DE $102,255 Dover Afb, DE $102,492 Bethany Beach, DE $103,950 Bethel, DE $102,176 Bridgeville, DE $103,260 Camden Wyoming, DE $102,364 Cheswold, DE $102,019

Clayton, DE $101,763 Dagsboro, DE $103,950 Delmar, DE $102,176 Ellendale, DE $103,260 Felton, DE $103,260 Fenwick Island, DE $103,950 Frankford, DE $103,950 Frederica, DE $103,260

Georgetown, DE $103,260 Greenwood, DE $103,260 Harbeson, DE $103,260 Harrington, DE $103,260 Hartly, DE $101,713 Houston, DE $103,260 Kenton, DE $101,763 Laurel, DE $102,176

Yorklyn, DE $101,172

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

Understanding how a Computer Hardware Technician'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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$93,281

Average $99,999/year

$106,209

$7,773

Average $8,333/month

$8,851

$1,794

Average $1,923/week

$2,042

$45

Average $48/hour

$51

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$106,209	$8,851	$2,042	$51
Average	$99,999	$8,333	$1,923	$48
25th Percentile	$93,281	$7,773	$1,794	$45

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