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

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Computer Hardware Specialist?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Computer Hardware Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Computer Hardware Specialist's salary?

A Computer Hardware Specialist's salary grows with experience: starting around $64,850 for beginners, reaching about $93,569 at mid-level, and approach $102,956 for experts.

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

Computer Hardware Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Computer Hardware Specialist roles are District of Columbia $72,230, California $71,956, Massachusetts $70,997. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Computer Hardware Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Hardware Development Engineer IV: $138,813; Hardware Design Engineer - Specialist: $138,800; Hardware Design Engineer IV: $138,800; Hardware Engineer IV: $138,797; Hardware Engineer - Project Lead: $138,790.

Computer Hardware Specialist Salary in Oregon

How much does a Computer Hardware Specialist make in Oregon? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer Hardware Specialist in Oregon is $66,248 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,071
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $60,096 to $72,960
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $54,495

10% $54,495

50% (Median) $66,248

90% $79,071

Computer Hardware Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,960	$6,080	$1,403	$35
Average	$66,248	$5,521	$1,274	$32
25th Percentile	$60,096	$5,008	$1,156	$29

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Key Factors That Influence Computer Hardware Specialist Salaries

A Computer Hardware 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 Hardware Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computer Hardware 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): $64,850
Early Career (1-2 years): $79,802
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $93,569
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $118,108
Expert (over 8 years): $102,956

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Computer Hardware Specialist	less than 1 year	$64,850
System Documentation Specialist II	1-2 years	$79,802
System Documentation Specialist III	2-4 years	$93,569
System Documentation Specialist IV	5-8 years	$118,108
System Documentation Supervisor	over 8 years	$102,956

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

District of Columbia: $72,230.
California: $71,956.
Massachusetts: $70,997.

District of Columbia $72,230 California $71,956 Massachusetts $70,997 Washington $70,736 New Jersey $70,710 Alaska $70,619 Connecticut $69,719 New York $69,353

Hawaii $68,186 Rhode Island $67,638 Maryland $67,266 Minnesota $66,757 Colorado $66,561 Illinois $66,496 Oregon $66,248 Delaware $66,065

New Hampshire $65,951 Virginia $65,694 Pennsylvania $64,943 Nevada $64,565 North Dakota $64,441 Michigan $64,245 Wisconsin $64,174 Vermont $64,030

Texas $63,632 Maine $63,606 Arizona $63,567 Ohio $63,521 Georgia $62,921 Indiana $62,621 Wyoming $62,562 Utah $62,471

Iowa $62,432 Kansas $62,119 Louisiana $62,027 North Carolina $61,995 Missouri $61,982 Florida $61,727 Montana $61,590 Nebraska $61,460

Kentucky $61,388 South Carolina $61,127 Tennessee $60,964 Idaho $60,899 New Mexico $60,422 Oklahoma $60,318 Alabama $59,933 South Dakota $59,287

Arkansas $58,935 West Virginia $58,746 Mississippi $58,178

Top Paying Cities for Computer Hardware 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:

Antelope: $63,055
Aurora: $66,879
Beaverton: $68,226

Antelope, OR $63,055

Aurora, OR $66,879

Beaverton, OR $68,226

Beavercreek, OR $67,110

Boring, OR $67,544

Bridal Veil, OR $67,439

Brightwood, OR $66,388

Canby, OR $66,923

Cascade Locks, OR $65,437

Clackamas, OR $68,201

Clatskanie, OR $65,316

Colton, OR $66,407

Columbia City, OR $67,005

Corbett, OR $67,109

Donald, OR $66,521

Dufur, OR $63,399

Eagle Creek, OR $67,253

Estacada, OR $66,244

Fairview, OR $68,084

Gervais, OR $65,816

Gladstone, OR $68,176

Government Camp, OR $65,181

Grass Valley, OR $63,197

Gresham, OR $68,062

Hood River, OR $65,063

Hubbard, OR $66,182

Kent, OR $63,055

Lake Oswego, OR $68,342

Marylhurst, OR $68,253

Maupin, OR $63,130

Molalla, OR $65,853

Moro, OR $63,330

Mosier, OR $64,393

Mount Hood Parkdale, OR $64,822

Mulino, OR $66,845

Odell, OR $64,915

Oregon City, OR $67,700

Rainier, OR $66,266

Rhododendron, OR $65,776

Rufus, OR $63,526

Saint Helens, OR $66,792

Warren, OR $67,165

Deer Island, OR $66,553

Sandy, OR $66,734

Scappoose, OR $67,074

Shaniko, OR $63,263

The Dalles, OR $63,749

Troutdale, OR $67,824

Tualatin, OR $68,025

Tygh Valley, OR $63,686

Vernonia, OR $66,061

Wasco, OR $63,383

Welches, OR $66,062

West Linn, OR $68,026

Wilsonville, OR $67,602

Woodburn, OR $65,958

Happy Valley, OR $68,293

Damascus, OR $67,952

Amity, OR $65,652

Arch Cape, OR $63,922

Astoria, OR $64,336

Banks, OR $66,969

Bay City, OR $64,191

Beaver, OR $64,517

Buxton, OR $66,562

Cannon Beach, OR $63,894

Carlton, OR $65,816

Cloverdale, OR $64,119

Cornelius, OR $67,469

Dayton, OR $65,859

Dundee, OR $66,389

Forest Grove, OR $66,933

Gales Creek, OR $66,187

Garibaldi, OR $64,196

Gaston, OR $66,587

Hammond, OR $63,607

Hebo, OR $64,327

Hillsboro, OR $67,655

Manning, OR $66,634

Lafayette, OR $65,939

Mcminnville, OR $65,617

Manzanita, OR $64,112

Nehalem, OR $64,282

Newberg, OR $66,981

North Plains, OR $67,346

Oceanside, OR $63,969

Pacific City, OR $64,122

Rockaway Beach, OR $64,110

Saint Paul, OR $66,146

Seaside, OR $64,463

Sherwood, OR $67,676

Tillamook, OR $64,563

Netarts, OR $64,029

Timber, OR $66,156

Tolovana Park, OR $63,903

Warrenton, OR $63,875

Wheeler, OR $64,276

Yamhill, OR $66,022

Neskowin, OR $64,089

Portland, OR $68,355

Salem, OR $65,870

Keizer, OR $65,882

Albany, OR $65,221

Alsea, OR $64,112

Aumsville, OR $65,744

Blodgett, OR $64,184

Brownsville, OR $64,539

Cascadia, OR $63,777

Corvallis, OR $65,065

Crabtree, OR $65,155

Crawfordsville, OR $64,506

Dallas, OR $65,542

Depoe Bay, OR $63,865

Detroit, OR $63,611

Eddyville, OR $63,841

Falls City, OR $65,221

Foster, OR $64,277

Gates, OR $64,838

Grand Ronde, OR $64,951

Halsey, OR $64,550

Idanha, OR $63,662

Independence, OR $65,787

Jefferson, OR $65,646

Lebanon, OR $64,604

Logsden, OR $64,110

Lyons, OR $64,975

Mill City, OR $64,980

Monmouth, OR $65,369

Mount Angel, OR $65,799

Neotsu, OR $64,164

Newport, OR $63,741

South Beach, OR $63,533

Lincoln City, OR $64,086

Otis, OR $64,212

Otter Rock, OR $63,753

Philomath, OR $64,412

Rickreall, OR $65,798

Rose Lodge, OR $64,276

Saint Benedict, OR $65,789

Scio, OR $65,265

Scotts Mills, OR $65,635

Seal Rock, OR $63,458

Shedd, OR $64,523

Sheridan, OR $65,395

Siletz, OR $63,990

Silverton, OR $65,654

Stayton, OR $65,475

Mehama, OR $65,300

Sublimity, OR $65,582

Sweet Home, OR $64,393

Gleneden Beach, OR $63,934

Tangent, OR $64,639

Tidewater, OR $63,687

Toledo, OR $63,761

Turner, OR $65,754

Waldport, OR $63,536

Willamina, OR $65,171

Eugene, OR $64,956

Agness, OR $62,879

Allegany, OR $62,954

Alvadore, OR $64,894

Azalea, OR $63,614

Bandon, OR $63,003

Blachly, OR $64,341

Blue River, OR $63,346

Broadbent, OR $62,907

Brookings, OR $63,271

Camas Valley, OR $62,941

Canyonville, OR $63,412

Cheshire, OR $64,581

Coos Bay, OR $62,973

Coquille, OR $62,978

Cottage Grove, OR $64,363

Crescent Lake, OR $63,061

Creswell, OR $64,744

Culp Creek, OR $64,093

Curtin, OR $64,315

Days Creek, OR $63,329

Deadwood, OR $64,074

Dexter, OR $64,558

Dillard, OR $63,142

Dorena, OR $63,900

Drain, OR $64,083

Elkton, OR $63,632

Elmira, OR $64,666

Fall Creek, OR $64,472

Florence, OR $63,575

Gardiner, OR $63,059

Glendale, OR $63,481

Glide, OR $63,212

Gold Beach, OR $63,080

Harrisburg, OR $64,794

Idleyld Park, OR $63,059

Junction City, OR $64,752

Lakeside, OR $63,079

Langlois, OR $62,941

Lorane, OR $64,489

Lowell, OR $64,464

Mapleton, OR $63,710

Marcola, OR $64,667

Pleasant Hill, OR $64,840

Monroe, OR $64,463

Myrtle Creek, OR $63,148

Myrtle Point, OR $62,931

North Bend, OR $62,975

Noti, OR $64,449

Oakland, OR $63,534

Oakridge, OR $63,826

Ophir, OR $63,074

Port Orford, OR $62,987

Powers, OR $62,974

Reedsport, OR $63,420

Riddle, OR $63,277

Roseburg, OR $63,233

Scottsburg, OR $63,308

Springfield, OR $64,826

Sixes, OR $62,934

Sutherlin, OR $63,566

Swisshome, OR $63,781

Tenmile, OR $63,004

Thurston, OR $64,855

Tiller, OR $63,385

Umpqua, OR $63,180

Veneta, OR $64,611

Vida, OR $64,119

Walterville, OR $64,422

Walton, OR $64,210

Wedderburn, OR $63,117

Westfir, OR $64,038

Westlake, OR $63,395

Wilbur, OR $63,292

Winchester, OR $63,297

Winston, OR $63,017

Wolf Creek, OR $63,597

Yachats, OR $63,549

Yoncalla, OR $63,905

Medford, OR $64,669

Central Point, OR $64,579

White City, OR $64,172

Ashland, OR $64,201

Butte Falls, OR $63,788

Cave Junction, OR $63,607

Eagle Point, OR $64,309

Gold Hill, OR $64,425

Grants Pass, OR $63,919

Jacksonville, OR $64,308

Kerby, OR $63,706

Merlin, OR $63,507

Murphy, OR $64,163

O Brien, OR $63,576

Phoenix, OR $64,649

Prospect, OR $63,628

Rogue River, OR $64,134

Selma, OR $63,548

Shady Cove, OR $64,220

Talent, OR $64,526

Trail, OR $63,729

Wilderville, OR $63,682

Williams, OR $64,108

Klamath Falls, OR $63,616

Crater Lake, OR $62,932

Adel, OR $63,256

Beatty, OR $63,095

Bly, OR $63,156

Bonanza, OR $63,209

Chiloquin, OR $63,203

Dairy, OR $63,175

Fort Klamath, OR $63,182

Keno, OR $63,641

Lakeview, OR $63,308

Malin, OR $63,291

Merrill, OR $63,318

Midland, OR $63,385

New Pine Creek, OR $63,451

Paisley, OR $63,153

Plush, OR $63,226

Silver Lake, OR $63,130

Sprague River, OR $63,147

Summer Lake, OR $63,070

Christmas Valley, OR $63,176

Bend, OR $63,322

Fields, OR $63,243

Ashwood, OR $63,040

Brothers, OR $63,099

Burns, OR $63,252

Princeton, OR $63,133

Diamond, OR $63,091

Camp Sherman, OR $63,139

Chemult, OR $63,093

Crane, OR $63,202

Crescent, OR $63,061

Culver, OR $63,187

Fort Rock, OR $63,139

Frenchglen, OR $63,085

Gilchrist, OR $63,183

Hines, OR $63,265

La Pine, OR $63,251

Madras, OR $63,231

Mitchell, OR $63,091

Paulina, OR $63,115

Post, OR $63,087

Powell Butte, OR $63,237

Prineville, OR $63,240

Redmond, OR $63,329

Riley, OR $63,083

Sisters, OR $63,140

Terrebonne, OR $63,265

Warm Springs, OR $63,151

Pendleton, OR $65,277

Adams, OR $63,996

Arlington, OR $63,269

Athena, OR $65,422

Baker City, OR $63,307

Bates, OR $63,132

Boardman, OR $64,985

Bridgeport, OR $63,145

Canyon City, OR $63,233

Condon, OR $63,119

Cove, OR $63,242

Dayville, OR $63,165

Echo, OR $65,461

Elgin, OR $63,254

Enterprise, OR $63,108

Fossil, OR $63,129

Haines, OR $63,269

Halfway, OR $63,132

Helix, OR $66,963

Heppner, OR $63,159

Hereford, OR $63,173

Hermiston, OR $67,327

Lexington, OR $64,320

Oxbow, OR $62,846

Imbler, OR $63,289

Imnaha, OR $62,689

Ione, OR $63,252

Irrigon, OR $66,885

John Day, OR $63,336

Joseph, OR $63,035

Kimberly, OR $63,146

La Grande, OR $63,327

Long Creek, OR $63,157

Lostine, OR $63,186

Meacham, OR $63,269

Mikkalo, OR $63,347

Milton Freewater, OR $64,814

Monument, OR $63,143

Mount Vernon, OR $63,230

North Powder, OR $63,242

Pilot Rock, OR $63,474

Prairie City, OR $63,276

Richland, OR $63,068

Seneca, OR $63,237

Spray, OR $63,141

Stanfield, OR $67,150

Summerville, OR $63,262

Sumpter, OR $63,209

Ukiah, OR $63,147

Umatilla, OR $67,649

Union, OR $63,255

Unity, OR $63,243

Wallowa, OR $63,273

Weston, OR $64,170

Adrian, OR $62,197

Arock, OR $62,862

Brogan, OR $63,119

Drewsey, OR $63,197

Durkee, OR $63,075

Harper, OR $62,940

Huntington, OR $63,125

Ironside, OR $63,151

Jamieson, OR $62,951

Jordan Valley, OR $62,872

Juntura, OR $63,151

Nyssa, OR $62,500

Ontario, OR $62,636

Riverside, OR $63,087

Vale, OR $62,969

Westfall, OR $63,170

Computer Hardware Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Computer Hardware Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Media sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Computer Hardware Specialist positions in MFG Durable or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Computer Hardware Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Computer Hardware Specialist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$86,122	$41.0	30%
Media	$82,810	$40.0	25%
Healthcare	$79,498	$38.0	20%
Retail & Wholesale	$78,173	$38.0	18%
Chemicals	$76,185	$37.0	15%

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

Understanding how a Computer Hardware 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.

$60,096

Average $66,248/year

$72,960

$5,008

Average $5,521/month

$6,080

$1,156

Average $1,274/week

$1,403

$29

Average $32/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,960	$6,080	$1,403	$35
Average	$66,248	$5,521	$1,274	$32
25th Percentile	$60,096	$5,008	$1,156	$29

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