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Help Desk Specialist

Average Help Desk Specialist with Windows Operating System General Use Skills Salary in Canada

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C$50,000
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Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
25%
CA$48k
MEDIAN
CA$50k
75%
CA$52k

The average salary for a Help Desk Specialist is C$50,000 in 2025

Base Salary
C$48k - C$52k
Total Pay
C$47k - C$56k
Based on 8 salary profiles (last updated Apr 13 2021)
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Common Health Benefits for a Help Desk Specialist

Medical
83%
Dental
83%
Vision
83%
None
17%

Gender Breakdown for Help Desk Specialists

Male
100.0%
This data is based on 3 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Help Desk Specialists

What is the highest pay for Help Desk Specialists?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Help Desk Specialist is CA$NaN / year

What is the lowest pay for Help Desk Specialists?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Help Desk Specialist is CA$NaN / year

How can Help Desk Specialists increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Help Desk Specialist is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Help Desk Specialist that oversees more junior Help Desk Specialists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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