- Open jobs
- 0
- Agencies hiring
- 0
- Median wage in the US (BLS)
- $29.74/hour
IT Support / Help Desk pay in the USA
The median wage for IT Support / Help Desk jobs in the US is $29.74 per hour ($61,859 a year full-time). Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.
License and requirements
IT jobs from recruiting firms are often contract or contract-to-hire. Certifications (CompTIA, Cisco, AWS, Microsoft) help, but most clients hire on experience with the specific technologies listed in the job.
FAQ
How much does a IT Support / Help Desk make in the USA?
The median wage for IT Support / Help Desk jobs in the US is $29.74 per hour (about $61,859 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
How many IT Support / Help Desk jobs are open in the USA?
0 IT Support / Help Desk jobs from 0 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.
What license do I need?
IT jobs from recruiting firms are often contract or contract-to-hire. Certifications (CompTIA, Cisco, AWS, Microsoft) help, but most clients hire on experience with the specific technologies listed in the job.