Advanced Technology Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does an Advanced Technology Specialist make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Advanced Technology Specialist in the United States is $88,294 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

However, an Advanced Technology Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $106,914
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $80,976 to $98,040
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,314

Key Factors That Influence Advanced Technology Specialist Salaries

An Advanced Technology 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 Advanced Technology Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Advanced Technology 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): $86,264
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $96,309
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $122,234
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $141,994
  • Expert (over 8 years): $165,698
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Advanced Technology Specialist less than 1 year $86,264
Storage Management Specialist II 1-2 years $96,309
Storage Management Specialist III 2-4 years $122,234
Storage Management Specialist IV 5-8 years $141,994
Storage Management Specialist V over 8 years $165,698

Top Paying Cities for Advanced Technology Specialist

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:

  • San Jose: $111,365
  • San Francisco: $110,146
  • Oakland: $107,825

Advanced Technology Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Advanced Technology Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Advanced Technology Specialist positions in Transportation or Software & Networking typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Advanced Technology Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Advanced Technology Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense $97,123 $47.0 10%
Business Services $97,123 $47.0 10%
Construction $97,123 $47.0 10%
Energy & Utilities $97,123 $47.0 10%
Healthcare $97,123 $47.0 10%

Advanced Technology Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Advanced Technology 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.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$80,976
Average $88,294/year
$98,040
$6,748
Average $7,358/month
$8,170
$1,557
Average $1,698/week
$1,885
$39
Average $42/hour
$47
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $98,040 $8,170 $1,885 $47
Average $88,294 $7,358 $1,698 $42
25th Percentile $80,976 $6,748 $1,557 $39

Most common benefits for Advanced Technology Specialist

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Advanced Technology Specialist

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FAQ about Advanced Technology Specialist

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Advanced Technology Specialist?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Advanced Technology Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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