Computer Network Support Specialist Salary
Computer Network Support Specialists earn a median $76,220 a year nationally. Computer and Mathematical Occupations
What computer network support specialists do
Analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), cloud networks, servers, and other data communications networks. Perform network maintenance to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption.
- Typical education
- Associate's degree
- Work experience
- None required
- On-the-job training
- Moderate-term on-the-job training
- Job outlook, 2025–35
- +1.2% (slower than average)
- Openings per year
- 9,000
- Self-employed
- 3%
Employment of computer network support specialists is projected to grow 1.2% from 2025 to 2035, slower than the 3.5% average for all occupations. About 9,000 openings are expected each year, on average, including jobs left by workers who retire or switch careers.
Source: BLS Standard Occupational Classification and Employment Projections, 2025–35.
Computer Network Support Specialist take-home pay calculator
Starts at the national median. Pick your state to see your real paycheck.
- Federal income tax$7,938
- Social Security (6.2%)$4,726
- Medicare (1.45%)$1,105
- Texas income tax$0
- Take-home pay$62,451
Marginal rate: 22% federal + 0.00% state
Pay by experience
| Percentile | Salary | Hourly | Take-home (no state tax) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $47,120 | $22.65 | $40,041 |
| 25th percentile | $58,240 | $28.00 | $48,976 |
| Median (50th) | $76,220 | $36.64 | $62,451 |
| 75th percentile | $98,750 | $47.48 | $78,301 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $127,780 | $61.43 | $98,604 |
Best cities for computer network support specialists (after tax & cost of living)
| # | Metro area | Median | Take-home | Real value* | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baltimore, MD | $102,980 | $76,749 | $73,453 | 4,910 |
| 2 | San Francisco, CA | $101,600 | $73,766 | $63,804 | 2,370 |
| 3 | Washington, DC | $92,400 | $68,948 | $63,322 | 5,100 |
| 4 | Atlanta, GA | $81,720 | $62,702 | $62,665 | 3,110 |
| 5 | Denver, CO | $82,750 | $64,112 | $60,608 | 3,580 |
| 6 | Dallas, TX | $75,930 | $62,247 | $60,381 | 3,340 |
| 7 | New York, NY | $86,930 | $65,888 | $58,534 | 6,330 |
| 8 | Chicago, IL | $73,340 | $56,939 | $54,963 | 4,740 |
| 9 | Los Angeles, CA | $57,220 | $45,930 | $40,443 | 5,390 |
*Take-home pay in U.S.-average dollars (BEA Regional Price Parities).
Highest-paying cities
- Baltimore, MD — $102,980
- San Francisco, CA — $101,600
- Washington, DC — $92,400
- New York, NY — $86,930
- Denver, CO — $82,750
- Atlanta, GA — $81,720
- Dallas, TX — $75,930
- Chicago, IL — $73,340
- Los Angeles, CA — $57,220
Computer Network Support Specialist salary by state
| State | Median | 1-yr change | Take-home | Range | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | $101,750 | +8.0% | $80,411 | $62,600 – $171,300 | 3,300 |
| Maryland | $96,680 | −3.1% | $72,616 | $52,870 – $170,830 | 8,200 |
| District of Columbia | $91,370 | +5.3% | $68,311 | $67,700 – $151,420 | 450 |
| Massachusetts | $88,650 | +2.7% | $66,983 | $60,980 – $134,250 | 1,980 |
| New Jersey | $87,440 | −1.1% | $66,964 | $50,830 – $136,260 | 3,370 |
| Alaska | $86,110 | +10.7% | $69,408 | $48,410 – $105,540 | 300 |
| Nevada | $85,790 | +22.6% | $69,183 | $51,010 – $109,990 | 2,460 |
| Hawaii | $83,620 | −2.8% | $62,832 | $51,760 – $114,910 | 350 |
| Rhode Island | $82,970 | +3.4% | $64,705 | $59,810 – $129,450 | 620 |
| Colorado | $82,750 | −0.7% | $64,112 | $52,710 – $126,300 | 4,530 |
| Connecticut | $81,890 | +3.9% | $63,511 | $60,080 – $128,940 | 850 |
| Wisconsin | $81,010 | +7.4% | $62,908 | $57,840 – $107,840 | 1,140 |
| California | $79,190 | −0.4% | $60,376 | $50,090 – $148,940 | 13,620 |
| Georgia | $79,180 | +1.6% | $61,046 | $47,910 – $130,080 | 4,440 |
| Oklahoma | $78,740 | +1.7% | $61,226 | $49,740 – $132,240 | 1,940 |
| Pennsylvania | $78,310 | +6.2% | $61,517 | $50,140 – $125,900 | 4,170 |
| Tennessee | $77,640 | +13.8% | $63,450 | $49,190 – $118,380 | 2,660 |
| New York | $77,540 | −1.1% | $59,789 | $48,970 – $128,350 | 7,170 |
| South Carolina | $76,790 | +15.4% | $59,401 | $48,800 – $113,780 | 2,660 |
| Virginia | $76,760 | −3.3% | $59,231 | $47,060 – $127,430 | 5,650 |
| Minnesota | $76,000 | −1.4% | $58,651 | $52,940 – $104,970 | 2,930 |
| Florida | $75,740 | +9.8% | $62,113 | $47,780 – $125,320 | 9,450 |
| North Dakota | $73,550 | +4.0% | $60,397 | $55,590 – $111,490 | 500 |
| Indiana | $73,100 | +8.4% | $58,129 | $45,870 – $120,910 | 5,030 |
| Maine | $72,990 | +13.5% | $56,433 | $44,930 – $89,610 | 680 |
| Missouri | $72,780 | +20.1% | $57,547 | $42,440 – $129,510 | 3,910 |
| Vermont | $72,400 | +10.0% | $57,445 | $52,950 – $97,740 | 120 |
| New Hampshire | $72,330 | −1.8% | $59,714 | $45,760 – $109,310 | 680 |
| Ohio | $70,080 | +10.6% | $56,986 | $45,980 – $122,470 | 7,480 |
| Oregon | $68,900 | −2.0% | $52,102 | $46,320 – $99,660 | 2,660 |
| Arizona | $68,880 | +5.4% | $55,774 | $48,470 – $120,440 | 1,460 |
| Illinois | $68,530 | +5.8% | $53,793 | $47,510 – $104,950 | 6,960 |
| Texas | $66,780 | +3.6% | $55,810 | $45,440 – $110,570 | 9,930 |
| Michigan | $65,900 | +6.5% | $52,581 | $40,250 – $108,250 | 2,470 |
| Nebraska | $65,450 | +3.1% | $52,671 | $44,490 – $108,870 | 1,490 |
| Iowa | $64,600 | +1.6% | $52,283 | $47,330 – $93,760 | 1,920 |
| New Mexico | $64,550 | +0.4% | $52,178 | $46,690 – $124,400 | 1,300 |
| Mississippi | $63,410 | +25.3% | $51,326 | $37,320 – $97,530 | 1,240 |
| Idaho | $63,340 | −5.3% | $50,825 | $46,380 – $100,980 | 780 |
| Alabama | $61,890 | +5.4% | $49,079 | $40,290 – $99,270 | 940 |
| Wyoming | $61,780 | +0.0% | $51,820 | $42,900 – $92,960 | 270 |
| Montana | $61,150 | +6.3% | $49,197 | $49,520 – $93,270 | 890 |
| Delaware | $60,580 | −1.9% | $48,171 | $44,650 – $101,350 | 330 |
| Kansas | $60,060 | −10.0% | $47,887 | $45,570 – $98,350 | 310 |
| Arkansas | $59,460 | +1.1% | $47,850 | $42,340 – $102,450 | 1,470 |
| Louisiana | $58,680 | +3.9% | $47,955 | $41,950 – $89,910 | 1,290 |
| South Dakota | $53,650 | +2.9% | $45,288 | $42,100 – $73,360 | 480 |
| West Virginia | $46,840 | −9.3% | $38,436 | $30,260 – $75,150 | 600 |
Related jobs
| Job | Median salary | Education | Growth 2025–35 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer User Support Specialist | $61,860 | Some college, no degree | -3.5% |
| Web Developer | $92,650 | Bachelor's degree | +3.8% |
| Network and Computer Systems Administrator | $99,130 | Bachelor's degree | -4.1% |
| Computer Programmer | $100,390 | Bachelor's degree | -7.3% |
| Web and Digital Interface Designer | $104,000 | Bachelor's degree | +6.0% |
| Software Quality Assurance Analyst and Tester | $104,300 | Bachelor's degree | +5.7% |
| Database Administrator | $104,620 | Bachelor's degree | -0.1% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $105,850 | Bachelor's degree | +7.9% |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $116,580 | Bachelor's degree | +5.1% |
| Information Security Analyst | $129,180 | Bachelor's degree | +21.0% |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a computer network support specialist make?
The national median salary for computer network support specialists is $76,220 a year ($36.64 an hour). The lowest-paid 10% earn under $47,120 and the top 10% earn over $127,780. Source: BLS, May 2025.
Which state pays computer network support specialists the most?
Washington has the highest median pay at $101,750. After taxes and local prices, Baltimore, MD offers the best real take-home pay of any metro area.
How many computer network support specialists are there in the U.S.?
About 146,190 people work as computer network support specialists nationwide.