IT Support Specialist salary in Sacramento, CA
Median pay, Sacramento metro
$106,040/year
about $50.98 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $82,020 – $122,750
Half of it support specialists in the Sacramento metro area earn more than $106,040 a year and half earn less. That's 71% higher than the national median of $61,860, and ranks #1 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $66,510 | $31.98 |
| 25th | $82,020 | $39.43 |
| Median (50th) | $106,040 | $50.98 |
| 75th | $122,750 | $59.01 |
| 90th (top earners) | $134,630 | $64.73 |
*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 Sacramento metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $82,020 ($39.43/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $82,020 to $122,750 ($39.43 to $59.01/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $122,750 ($59.01/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, Sacramento metro. Occupation: Computer User Support Specialists (SOC 15-1232). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.