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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Computer User Support Specialists salary in Sacramento, California

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Sacramento metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$102,430
Mean annual$99,040
Range (10th to 90th)$64,410 to $130,710
Sacramento, California employment13,690
State vs national+68.4% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Sacramento computer user support specialists fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$64,41025TH$77,340MEDIAN$102,43075TH$119,17090TH$130,710

The middle 50% of workers earn between $77,340 and $119,170, with a median of $102,430.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Some college, no degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Computers and Electronics

    Knowledge

    4.9 / 5
  • Customer and Personal Service

    Knowledge

    4.1 / 5
  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Speaking

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5
  • Active Listening

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5
  • Reading Comprehension

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5
  • Written Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.0 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Oversee the daily performance of computer systems.

  2. 02

    Set up equipment for employee use, performing or ensuring proper installation of cables, operating systems, or appropriate software.

  3. 03

    Read technical manuals, confer with users, or conduct computer diagnostics to investigate and resolve problems or to provide technical assistance and support.

  4. 04

    Answer user inquiries regarding computer software or hardware operation to resolve problems.

  5. 05

    Install and perform minor repairs to hardware, software, or peripheral equipment, following design or installation specifications.

  6. 06

    Confer with staff, users, and management to establish requirements for new systems or modifications.

  7. 07

    Enter commands and observe system functioning to verify correct operations and detect errors.

  8. 08

    Maintain records of daily data communication transactions, problems and remedial actions taken, or installation activities.

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Other metros in California

How the Sacramento metro compares to other major California metro areas for computer user support specialists.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Computer User Support Specialists in Sacramento, California?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Computer User Support Specialists in the Sacramento metropolitan area is $102,430.
Does Sacramento pay more than the California state average for Computer User Support Specialists?
The Sacramento metro median is +33.3% versus the California state median of $76,870.
How does Sacramento compare to the national median for Computer User Support Specialists?
The Sacramento metro median is +68.4% versus the BLS national figure of $60,842.
What is the salary range for Computer User Support Specialists in Sacramento?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $64,410 and the 90th-percentile at $130,710 for the Sacramento metro area.
What education is required for Computer User Support Specialists?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Some college, no degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Sacramento CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.