What are the main factors that influence an Operating Systems Administrator IV's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Operating Systems Administrator 's salary?

An Operating Systems Administrator 's salary grows with experience: an Operating Systems Administrator II (2-4 years)earns $95,029, an Operating Systems Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $112,523, an Operating Systems Administrator IV (7+ years)earns $130,736, an Operating Systems Administrator V (7-10 years)earns $153,659, an Operating Systems Administration Supervisor (10+ years)earns $114,665,

What are the highest paying states for an Operating Systems Administrator IV?

Operating Systems Administrator IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Operating Systems Administrator IV roles are District of Columbia $143,000, California $142,400, Massachusetts $140,500. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Operating Systems Administrator roles make?

Salaries for Operating Systems Administrator level roles vary by specialization: Operating Systems Administrator V: $151,800; Operating Systems Solutions Programmer IV: $138,490; Systems Administrator IV: $129,096; Systems Maintenance Administrator IV: $129,090; UNIX Operating Systems Administrator III: $124,600.

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Operating Systems Administrator IV Salary in Delaware

How much does an Operating Systems Administrator IV make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Operating Systems Administrator IV in Delaware is $130,800 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

However, an Operating Systems Administrator IV's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $150,478
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $122,700 to $141,100
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $115,325

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Operating Systems Administrator IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,100	$11,758	$2,713	$68
Average	$130,800	$10,900	$2,515	$63
25th Percentile	$122,700	$10,225	$2,360	$59

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Key Factors That Influence Operating Systems Administrator IV Salaries

An Operating Systems Administrator IV's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Operating Systems Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Operating Systems Administrator IV's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Operating Systems Administrator II (2-4 years): $95,029
Operating Systems Administrator III (4-7 years): $112,523
Operating Systems Administrator IV (7+ years): $130,736
Operating Systems Administrator V (7-10 years): $153,659
Operating Systems Administration Supervisor (10+ years): $114,665

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Operating Systems Administrator II	2-4 years	$95,029
Operating Systems Administrator III	4-7 years	$112,523
Operating Systems Administrator IV	7+ years	$130,736
Operating Systems Administrator V	7-10 years	$153,659
Operating Systems Administration Supervisor	10+ years	$114,665

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How Do Operating Systems Administrator IV Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Operating Systems Administrator IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $143,000.
California: $142,400.
Massachusetts: $140,500.

District of Columbia $143,000 California $142,400 Massachusetts $140,500 Washington $140,000 New Jersey $140,000 Alaska $139,800 Connecticut $138,000 New York $137,300

Hawaii $135,000 Rhode Island $133,900 Maryland $133,200 Minnesota $132,200 Colorado $131,800 Illinois $131,600 Oregon $131,100 Delaware $130,800

New Hampshire $130,600 Virginia $130,000 Pennsylvania $128,600 Nevada $127,800 North Dakota $127,600 Michigan $127,200 Wisconsin $127,000 Vermont $126,800

Texas $126,000 Maine $125,900 Arizona $125,800 Ohio $125,800 Georgia $124,600 Indiana $124,000 Wyoming $123,900 Utah $123,700

Iowa $123,600 Kansas $123,000 Louisiana $122,800 North Carolina $122,700 Missouri $122,700 Florida $122,200 Montana $121,900 Nebraska $121,700

Kentucky $121,500 South Carolina $121,000 Tennessee $120,700 Idaho $120,600 New Mexico $119,600 Oklahoma $119,400 Alabama $118,700 South Dakota $117,400

Arkansas $116,700 West Virginia $116,300 Mississippi $115,200

Top Paying Cities for Operating Systems Administrator IVs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $130,200
Little Creek: $131,100
Magnolia: $131,000

Lincoln, DE $130,200 Little Creek, DE $131,100 Magnolia, DE $131,000 Milford, DE $130,500 Marydel, DE $130,700 Millsboro, DE $129,700 Millville, DE $129,900 Milton, DE $130,100

Nassau, DE $130,200 Ocean View, DE $129,800 Rehoboth Beach, DE $130,100 Seaford, DE $130,200 Selbyville, DE $129,600 Smyrna, DE $131,200 Viola, DE $130,600 Woodside, DE $131,000

Bear, DE $130,700 Newark, DE $130,600 Claymont, DE $130,900 Delaware City, DE $130,800 Hockessin, DE $130,600 Kirkwood, DE $130,700 Middletown, DE $130,800 Montchanin, DE $130,700

New Castle, DE $130,700 Odessa, DE $130,900 Port Penn, DE $130,900 Rockland, DE $130,700 Saint Georges, DE $130,800 Townsend, DE $131,000 Winterthur, DE $130,700 Lewes, DE $130,100

Wilmington, DE $130,600 Dover, DE $131,100 Dover Afb, DE $130,500 Bethany Beach, DE $129,700 Bethel, DE $129,800 Bridgeville, DE $130,100 Camden Wyoming, DE $130,800 Cheswold, DE $131,100

Clayton, DE $131,100 Dagsboro, DE $129,600 Delmar, DE $129,400 Ellendale, DE $129,800 Felton, DE $130,500 Fenwick Island, DE $129,600 Frankford, DE $129,400 Frederica, DE $130,600

Georgetown, DE $129,600 Greenwood, DE $130,200 Harbeson, DE $129,700 Harrington, DE $130,400 Hartly, DE $130,800 Houston, DE $130,200 Kenton, DE $131,100 Laurel, DE $129,500

Yorklyn, DE $130,700

Operating Systems Administrator IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Operating Systems Administrator IV's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$122,700

Average $130,800/year

$141,100

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Average $10,900/month

$11,758

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Average $2,515/week

$2,713

$59

Average $63/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,100	$11,758	$2,713	$68
Average	$130,800	$10,900	$2,515	$63
25th Percentile	$122,700	$10,225	$2,360	$59

Operating Systems Administrator IV Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Operating Systems Administrator IV, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Operating Systems Administrator V role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $153,700 - a projected growth of 18% over your current level.

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