IT Support Specialist salary in Las Vegas, NV
Median pay, Las Vegas metro
$53,780/year
about $25.86 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $45,750 – $64,450
Half of it support specialists in the Las Vegas metro area earn more than $53,780 a year and half earn less. That's 13% lower than the national median of $61,860, and ranks #30 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $39,660 | $19.07 |
| 25th | $45,750 | $22.00 |
| Median (50th) | $53,780 | $25.86 |
| 75th | $64,450 | $30.99 |
| 90th (top earners) | $81,950 | $39.40 |
*Yearly pay divided by 2,080 hours (40 hours × 52 weeks), the full-time basis BLS uses.
Is your offer fair?
For a it support specialist job in the Las Vegas metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $45,750 ($22.00/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $45,750 to $64,450 ($22.00 to $30.99/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $64,450 ($30.99/hr). Higher than three quarters of workers here.
Before you accept
- Help desk roles are often tiered (Tier 1, 2, 3). Higher tiers pay more, so check which one this is.
- Certifications like CompTIA A+ or Network+ can help you start higher and move up faster.
- Ask about shifts and on-call duty, since support often covers evenings and weekends.
Also watch for the common warning signs in the posting itself: 15 job posting red flags.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025, Las Vegas metro. Occupation: Computer User Support Specialists (SOC 15-1232). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.