Hourly Wage for IT Help Desk Support Salary in the United States

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How much does an IT Help Desk Support make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for an IT Help Desk Support in the United States is $29 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $26 and $32. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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It Help Desk with Security Clearance
Koniag Government Services - CARLSBAD , NM
Tuknik Government Services, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an IT Help Desk to support TGS and our government customer in Carlsbad, NM. This po
- 5 days ago
Help Desk Support Specialist/IT Certified Professional (Peal Har with Security Clearance
Apex Systems - PEARL HARBOR , HI
Job#: 2064206 Job Description: Help Desk Support Specialist (intermediate level) Location: Pearl Harbor, HI All interested and qualified candidates can please c
- 4 days ago
IT Help Desk Technician with Security Clearance
Katmai Government Services - OFFUTT AFB , NE
Job Title: IT Help Desk Technician. Location: OFFUTT AFB, NE US (Primary). Job Type: Full-time Job Description. SUMMARY Responsible for providing the full range
- 4 days ago
Senior It Help Desk with Security Clearance
Koniag Government Services - CARLSBAD , NM
Tuknik Government Services, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Senior IT Help Desk to support TGS and our government customer in Carlsbad, NM. T
- 5 days ago
IT Help Desk Specialist with Security Clearance
ValidaTek - FORT MEADE , MD
Company Overview At ValidaTek, we modernize and optimize IT services to solve some of the most critical challenges facing federal civilian and defense agencies
- 5 days ago
IT Help Desk Technician (TS/SCI CI Poly) {S} with Security Clearance
ARKA Group LP - YPSILANTI , MI
Position Overview (Summary/Objective): The IT Help Desk Technician will be part of the Service Desk team who provides outstanding technical support to our end-u
- 4 days ago

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Average Hourly Wage

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Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation

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These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of IT Help Desk Support in the United States. The average hourly rate for IT Help Desk Support ranges from $26 to $32 with the average hourly pay of $29. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $27 to $33 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $29.

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