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Help Desk Engineer

Average Help Desk Engineer with Help Desk / Desktop Support (Tier 3) Skills Hourly Pay

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The average hourly pay for a Help Desk Engineer is $26.00 in 2025

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$0 - $26
Total Pay
$45k - $74k
(last updated May 06 2023)
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What Do Help Desk Engineers Do?

Help Desk Engineer Tasks
  • Analyze and resolve computer related issues for individuals.
  • Maintain current technical knowledge and trouble shooting tools.
  • Document issues and resolutions for trouble tickets.
  • Set up computer hardware and software for users and events.
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Common Health Benefits for a Help Desk Engineer

Medical
67%
Dental
67%
None
33%

Gender Breakdown for Help Desk Engineers

Female
50.0%
Male
50.0%
This data is based on 2 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Help Desk Engineers

What is the highest pay for Help Desk Engineers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Help Desk Engineer is $NaN / hour

What is the lowest pay for Help Desk Engineers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Help Desk Engineer is $NaN / hour

How can Help Desk Engineers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Help Desk Engineer 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 Engineer that oversees more junior Help Desk Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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