IT Support Specialist salary in Los Angeles, CA
Median pay, Los Angeles metro
$75,070/year
about $36.09 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $61,520 – $95,120
Half of it support specialists in the Los Angeles metro area earn more than $75,070 a year and half earn less. That's 21% higher than the national median of $61,860, and ranks #9 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $49,560 | $23.83 |
| 25th | $61,520 | $29.58 |
| Median (50th) | $75,070 | $36.09 |
| 75th | $95,120 | $45.73 |
| 90th (top earners) | $110,150 | $52.96 |
*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 Los Angeles metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $61,520 ($29.58/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $61,520 to $95,120 ($29.58 to $45.73/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $95,120 ($45.73/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, Los Angeles metro. Occupation: Computer User Support Specialists (SOC 15-1232). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.