Desktop support technician salary in United States

The average salary for a Desktop Support Technician is $24.93 per hour in the United States. This figure is based on 8.2k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on July 26, 2026.

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Desktop Support Technician salaries typically range between a low of $17.34 and a high of $35.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Desktop Support Technician include Baltimore, MD at $26.72 per hour, Cincinnati, OH at $25.38 per hour, and Detroit, MI at $24.45 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Desktop Support Technician include Epic Games ($225,709 per year) and Arrowstreet Capital LP ($215,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Desktop Support Technician salary compares to related positions:

• Desktop Support Technician II: Average $27.07 per hour
• Junior Desktop Support Technician: Average $21.41 per hour
• Senior Desktop Support Technician: Average $32.26 per hour