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Average Help Desk Specialist with Windows Operating System General Use Skills Salary in Washington, District of Columbia

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$46,500
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The average salary for a Help Desk Specialist is $46,500 in 2025

Base Salary
$0 - $47k
Total Pay
$37k - $55k
Based on 6 salary profiles (last updated Nov 06 2017)
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What Do Help Desk Specialists Do?

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Common Health Benefits for a Help Desk Specialist

Medical
100%
Dental
100%
Vision
100%

Gender Breakdown for Help Desk Specialists

Male
100.0%
This data is based on 5 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 in Washington?

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

What is the lowest pay for Help Desk Specialists in Washington?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Help Desk Specialist in Washington is $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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