Network Support Specialist salary
From 1,373 certified H-1B filings (FY2025–FY2026). Base salary only.
- Occupation code 15-1231: Computer Network Support Specialists
- Also filed as: Computer Network Support Specialist, Computer Network Support Specialists
At a glance
- Mostly Level II (mid-level). 49% of Network Support Specialist filings are Level II, compared with 42% across all H-1B filings.
- Top filer: LTIMindtree. 197 filings (14% of the total), median $85,654.
- Pay depends on the city. Among the 3 metro areas with the most filings, the median ranges from $79,520 in Dallas, TX to $93,195 in New York, NY.
- Median up 28% since FY2020. From $70,298 in FY2020 to $90,272 in FY2026 (Q1–Q3). Nominal, not adjusted for inflation.
Network Support Specialist H-1B salary overview
Employers filed 1,373 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications for Network Support Specialist jobs in FY2025–FY2026 (occupation code 15-1231, Computer Network Support Specialists). The median base salary is $85,654, 30% below the median for all H-1B filings ($122,699), and half of the filings fall between $70,000 and $107,200. The most common wage level is Level II (mid-level), at 49% of filings. Dallas, TX has the most filings (246), and LTIMindtree is the employer that files the most (197).
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Top employers for Network Support Specialist
LTIMindtree197 filings · 14%$85,654
HCLTech150 filings · 11%$83,200
Amazon140 filings · 10%$108,000
UST43 filings · 3%$83,085
Compunnel Software Group37 filings · 3%$89,000
Nokia of America29 filings · 2%$119,758
Capgemini America20 filings · 1%$112,479
Startech Networks19 filings · 1%$76,440
Ltm13 filings · 1%$62,588
Employers with the most Network Support Specialist filings. Bar: share of all Network Support Specialist filings. Figure: median base salary.
Pay by level
Entry-level · 22% of filings
Mid-level · 49% of filings
Senior · 17% of filings
Expert · 11% of filings
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By experience level
| Wage level | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Level I · Entry | $70,824 | 302 |
| Level II · Qualified | $79,899 | 670 |
| Level III · Experienced | $98,384 | 235 |
| Level IV · Fully competent | $119,359 | 148 |
Median shown when a level has at least 10 filings.
Network Support Specialist pay by city
Median base salary in each metro area. Rent: HUD Fair Market Rent, FY2027.
Show all 22 metro areas
| Metro area | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | $79,520 | 246 |
| Seattle, WA | $91,582 | 201 |
| New York, NY | $93,195 | 130 |
| Washington, DC | $95,900 | 91 |
| San Jose, CA | $99,593 | 70 |
| Chicago, IL | $72,000 | 44 |
| Atlanta, GA | $80,371 | 39 |
| San Francisco, CA | $95,098 | 35 |
| Denver, CO | $76,502 | 33 |
| Boston, MA | $78,270 | 31 |
| Houston, TX | $67,184 | 27 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $68,640 | 27 |
| Austin, TX | $86,880 | 19 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $82,500 | 19 |
| Raleigh, NC | $67,000 | 15 |
| Phoenix, AZ | $109,500 | 14 |
| Columbus, OH | $83,000 | 13 |
| Kansas, MO | $69,108 | 12 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $69,500 | 10 |
| Orlando, FL | $80,081 | 10 |
| Portland, OR | $105,639 | 10 |
| San Antonio, TX | $62,825 | 10 |
Metro areas with at least 10 filings for this occupation.
What a Network Support Specialist does
Analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), cloud networks, servers, and other data communications networks. Perform network maintenance to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption.
Typical tasks
- Back up network data.
- Configure security settings or access permissions for groups or individuals.
- Analyze and report computer network security breaches or attempted breaches.
- Identify the causes of networking problems, using diagnostic testing software and equipment.
- Document network support activities.
- Configure wide area network (WAN) or local area network (LAN) routers or related equipment.
Preparation
Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed. Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
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H-1B pay vs. all U.S. workers
Across all U.S. workers in this occupation (Computer Network Support Specialists), the median annual wage was $76,220 in May 2025, with 146,190 people employed. The median H-1B base salary in FY2025–FY2026 is $85,654, 12% higher.
| H-1B filings | All U.S. workers (BLS, May 2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $61,755 | $47,120 |
| 25th percentile | $70,000 | $58,240 |
| Median | $85,654 | $76,220 |
| 75th percentile | $107,200 | $98,750 |
| 90th percentile | $126,980 | $127,780 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). BLS wages cover all wage and salary workers and include some incentive pay; H-1B figures are the base salary offered on certified LCAs. The two sources cover different periods. BLS reports wages of $239,200 or more as a single top value.
Salary details
Salary range
| Percentile | Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th | $61,755 |
| 25th | $70,000 |
| 50th (median) | $85,654 |
| 75th | $107,200 |
| 90th | $126,980 |
Salary by year
Median salary
Filings per year
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| Fiscal year | Median | P25 | P75 | Filings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | $70,298 | $61,226 | $80,000 | 204 |
| FY2021 | $76,137 | $64,126 | $91,921 | 232 |
| FY2022 | $77,000 | $66,282 | $97,826 | 272 |
| FY2023 | $80,000 | $69,036 | $98,000 | 281 |
| FY2024 | $76,565 | $64,626 | $94,099 | 497 |
| FY2025 | $80,852 | $66,010 | $105,618 | 674 |
| FY2026 | $90,272 | $72,530 | $107,530 | 699 |
Questions
How much does an H-1B Network Support Specialist make?
The median base salary in certified H-1B filings for Network Support Specialist jobs is $85,654 (1,373 filings, FY2025–FY2026). Half of the filings are between $70,000 and $107,200.
What does an entry-level Network Support Specialist earn on an H-1B?
Level I (entry-level) filings have a median of $70,824. Level I accounts for 22% of Network Support Specialist filings.
Which city pays H-1B Network Support Specialists the most?
Among metro areas with at least 100 filings, New York, NY has the highest median base salary for Network Support Specialist jobs: $93,195 (130 filings).
Which employers file the most H-1B applications for Network Support Specialists?
LTIMindtree (197), HCLTech (150) and Amazon (140) filed the most Network Support Specialist LCAs in FY2025–FY2026.
Do H-1B Network Support Specialists earn more than other U.S. workers in the same job?
The H-1B median base salary ($85,654) is 12% higher than the median wage of all U.S. workers in this occupation ($76,220, BLS May 2025). The sources measure pay differently, so treat this as a rough comparison.