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

A Computer Network Specialist's salary grows with experience: a Field Service Technician I (0-1 years)earns $49,672, a Computer Network Specialist (1-3 years)earns $61,246, a Field Service Technician III (3-5 years)earns $73,917, a Field Service Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $83,707, a Field Service Technician V (7+ years)earns $97,188,

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

Computer Network Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Computer Network Specialist roles are District of Columbia $64,073, California $63,830, Massachusetts $62,979. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Computer Network Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Network And Computer Systems Director: $204,411; Network Engineering - Specialist: $133,790; Computer Network Support Specialists: $124,239; Computer Network Analyst: $111,359; Computer Network Defense Analyst: $109,872.

Computer Network Specialist Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Computer Network Specialist make in Rhode Island?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Computer Network Specialist in Rhode Island is $60,416 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,659
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,826 to $66,824
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,737

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Computer Network Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,824	$5,569	$1,285	$32
Average	$60,416	$5,035	$1,162	$29
25th Percentile	$54,826	$4,569	$1,054	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Computer Network Specialist Salaries

A Computer Network 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 Network Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computer Network 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): $49,672
Early Career (1-2 years): $61,246
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $73,917
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $83,707
Expert (over 8 years): $97,188

Levels	Salary
Field Ser... Level Computer Network Specialist	$49,672
Computer ... Level Computer Network Specialist	$61,246
Field Ser... Level Computer Network Specialist	$73,917
Field Ser... Level Computer Network Specialist	$83,707
Field Ser... Level Computer Network Specialist	$97,188

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

District of Columbia: $64,073.
California: $63,830.
Massachusetts: $62,979.

District of Columbia $64,073 California $63,830 Massachusetts $62,979 Washington $62,748 New Jersey $62,725 Alaska $62,644 Connecticut $61,845 New York $61,521

Hawaii $60,485 Rhode Island $59,999 Maryland $59,669 Minnesota $59,218 Colorado $59,044 Illinois $58,986 Oregon $58,766 Delaware $58,604

New Hampshire $58,503 Virginia $58,275 Pennsylvania $57,609 Nevada $57,273 North Dakota $57,163 Michigan $56,990 Wisconsin $56,926 Vermont $56,799

Texas $56,446 Maine $56,423 Arizona $56,388 Ohio $56,347 Georgia $55,815 Indiana $55,549 Wyoming $55,497 Utah $55,416

Iowa $55,381 Kansas $55,103 Louisiana $55,022 North Carolina $54,993 Missouri $54,982 Florida $54,756 Montana $54,635 Nebraska $54,519

Kentucky $54,455 South Carolina $54,224 Tennessee $54,079 Idaho $54,021 New Mexico $53,599 Oklahoma $53,506 Alabama $53,165 South Dakota $52,592

Arkansas $52,279 West Virginia $52,111 Mississippi $51,608

Top Paying Cities for Computer Network 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:

Adamsville: $60,983
Albion: $59,970
Ashaway: $61,214

Adamsville, RI $60,983 Albion, RI $59,970 Ashaway, RI $61,214 Barrington, RI $59,970 Block Island, RI $60,896 Bradford, RI $61,174 Bristol, RI $59,912 Carolina, RI $60,676

Charlestown, RI $60,740 Chepachet, RI $59,854 Clayville, RI $59,912 Coventry, RI $59,854 West Greenwich, RI $59,814 East Greenwich, RI $59,895 Exeter, RI $61,174 Fiskeville, RI $59,970

Forestdale, RI $59,912 Foster, RI $59,814 Glendale, RI $59,814 Greene, RI $60,485 Greenville, RI $59,970 Harmony, RI $59,953 Harrisville, RI $59,854 Hope, RI $59,970

Hope Valley, RI $61,214 Hopkinton, RI $61,232 Jamestown, RI $60,618 Kenyon, RI $61,156 Little Compton, RI $60,960 Manville, RI $59,970 Mapleville, RI $59,814 Newport, RI $60,630

Middletown, RI $60,884 North Kingstown, RI $59,796 North Scituate, RI $59,953 Oakland, RI $59,872 Pascoag, RI $59,837 Pawtucket, RI $59,970 Central Falls, RI $59,970 Cumberland, RI $59,970

Lincoln, RI $59,970 Portsmouth, RI $60,387 Prudence Island, RI $59,854 Rockville, RI $61,232 Saunderstown, RI $60,653 Shannock, RI $61,139 Slatersville, RI $59,912 Slocum, RI $60,653

Tiverton, RI $61,000 Wakefield, RI $60,589 Kingston, RI $60,601 Narragansett, RI $60,612 Peace Dale, RI $60,589 Warren, RI $59,953 Warwick, RI $59,970 Westerly, RI $61,249

West Kingston, RI $60,636 West Warwick, RI $59,970 Wood River Junction, RI $61,174 Woonsocket, RI $59,912 North Smithfield, RI $59,953 Wyoming, RI $61,156 Providence, RI $59,970 Cranston, RI $59,970

North Providence, RI $59,970 East Providence, RI $59,970 Riverside, RI $59,970 Rumford, RI $59,970 Smithfield, RI $59,970 Johnston, RI $59,970

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

Understanding how a Computer Network 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

$54,826

Average $60,416/year

$66,824

$4,569

Average $5,035/month

$5,569

$1,054

Average $1,162/week

$1,285

$26

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,824	$5,569	$1,285	$32
Average	$60,416	$5,035	$1,162	$29
25th Percentile	$54,826	$4,569	$1,054	$26

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