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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Computer User Support Specialists salary in Cleveland, Ohio

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Cleveland 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$53,910
Mean annual$58,770
Range (10th to 90th)$37,170 to $83,490
Cleveland, Ohio employment4,300
State vs national-11.4% vs national

Salary distribution

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

Annual wage distribution

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

10TH$37,17025TH$45,500MEDIAN$53,91075TH$66,64090TH$83,490

The middle 50% of workers earn between $45,500 and $66,640, with a median of $53,910.

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 Ohio

How the Cleveland metro compares to other major Ohio metro areas for computer user support specialists.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Computer User Support Specialists in Cleveland, Ohio?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Computer User Support Specialists in the Cleveland metropolitan area is $53,910.
Does Cleveland pay more than the Ohio state average for Computer User Support Specialists?
The Cleveland metro median is +0.8% versus the Ohio state median of $53,500.
How does Cleveland compare to the national median for Computer User Support Specialists?
The Cleveland metro median is -11.4% versus the BLS national figure of $60,842.
What is the salary range for Computer User Support Specialists in Cleveland?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $37,170 and the 90th-percentile at $83,490 for the Cleveland 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 Cleveland 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.