What are the main factors that influence a Systems Administrator - Experienced's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Systems Administrator - Experienced?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Systems Administrator - Experienced roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Systems Administrator - Experienced's salary?

A Systems Administrator - Experienced's salary grows with experience: an Operating Systems Administrator I (0-2 years)earns $74,599, an Systems Administrator - Experienced (2-4 years)earns $95,028, an Operating Systems Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $112,530, an Operating Systems Administrator IV (7+ years)earns $130,750, an Operating Systems Administrator V (7-10 years)earns $153,661,

What are the highest paying states for a Systems Administrator - Experienced?

Systems Administrator - Experienced salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Systems Administrator - Experienced roles are District of Columbia $103,900, California $103,510, Massachusetts $102,130. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Systems Administrator - Experienced roles make?

Salaries for Systems Administrator - Experienced level roles vary by specialization: Systems Administrator IV: $129,110; Systems Administrator: $111,170; Systems Administrator III: $111,119; Applications Systems Programmer/Analyst - Experienced: $97,739; Systems Security Professional - Experienced: $96,040.

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Systems Administrator - Experienced Salary in Delaware

How much does a Systems Administrator - Experienced make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Systems Administrator - Experienced in Delaware is $95,030 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $103,436
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $85,320 to $99,430
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76,480

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Systems Administrator - Experienced Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,430	$8,286	$1,912	$48
Average	$95,030	$7,919	$1,828	$46
25th Percentile	$85,320	$7,110	$1,641	$41

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Key Factors That Influence Systems Administrator - Experienced Salaries

A Systems Administrator - Experienced'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 Systems Administrator - Experienced Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Systems Administrator - Experienced'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 I (0-2 years): $74,599
Systems Administrator - Experienced (2-4 years): $95,028
Operating Systems Administrator III (4-7 years): $112,530
Operating Systems Administrator IV (7+ years): $130,750
Operating Systems Administrator V (7-10 years): $153,661

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Operating Systems Administrator I	0-2 years	$74,599
Systems Administrator - Experienced	2-4 years	$95,028
Operating Systems Administrator III	4-7 years	$112,530
Operating Systems Administrator IV	7+ years	$130,750
Operating Systems Administrator V	7-10 years	$153,661

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How Do Systems Administrator - Experienced 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 Systems Administrator - Experienceds. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $103,900.
California: $103,510.
Massachusetts: $102,130.

District of Columbia $103,900 California $103,510 Massachusetts $102,130 Washington $101,750 New Jersey $101,710 Alaska $101,580 Connecticut $100,290 New York $99,760

Hawaii $98,080 Rhode Island $97,290 Maryland $96,760 Minnesota $96,030 Colorado $95,750 Illinois $95,650 Oregon $95,300 Delaware $95,030

New Hampshire $94,870 Virginia $94,500 Pennsylvania $93,420 Nevada $92,870 North Dakota $92,700 Michigan $92,410 Wisconsin $92,310 Vermont $92,110

Texas $91,530 Maine $91,500 Arizona $91,440 Ohio $91,370 Georgia $90,510 Indiana $90,080 Wyoming $89,990 Utah $89,860

Iowa $89,810 Kansas $89,360 Louisiana $89,220 North Carolina $89,180 Missouri $89,160 Florida $88,790 Montana $88,600 Nebraska $88,410

Kentucky $88,300 South Carolina $87,930 Tennessee $87,690 Idaho $87,600 New Mexico $86,920 Oklahoma $86,770 Alabama $86,210 South Dakota $85,280

Arkansas $84,780 West Virginia $84,500 Mississippi $83,690

Top Paying Cities for Systems Administrator - Experienceds

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: $94,600
Little Creek: $95,300
Magnolia: $95,160

Lincoln, DE $94,600 Little Creek, DE $95,300 Magnolia, DE $95,160 Milford, DE $94,850 Marydel, DE $95,000 Millsboro, DE $94,210 Millville, DE $94,350 Milton, DE $94,520

Nassau, DE $94,590 Ocean View, DE $94,340 Rehoboth Beach, DE $94,520 Seaford, DE $94,570 Selbyville, DE $94,180 Smyrna, DE $95,360 Viola, DE $94,920 Woodside, DE $95,180

Bear, DE $94,960 Newark, DE $94,920 Claymont, DE $95,120 Delaware City, DE $95,020 Hockessin, DE $94,920 Kirkwood, DE $95,000 Middletown, DE $95,040 Montchanin, DE $94,940

New Castle, DE $94,950 Odessa, DE $95,080 Port Penn, DE $95,150 Rockland, DE $94,950 Saint Georges, DE $95,010 Townsend, DE $95,150 Winterthur, DE $94,960 Lewes, DE $94,550

Wilmington, DE $94,920 Dover, DE $95,300 Dover Afb, DE $94,800 Bethany Beach, DE $94,240 Bethel, DE $94,340 Bridgeville, DE $94,560 Camden Wyoming, DE $95,030 Cheswold, DE $95,270

Clayton, DE $95,270 Dagsboro, DE $94,170 Delmar, DE $94,020 Ellendale, DE $94,310 Felton, DE $94,840 Fenwick Island, DE $94,190 Frankford, DE $94,030 Frederica, DE $94,930

Georgetown, DE $94,140 Greenwood, DE $94,570 Harbeson, DE $94,240 Harrington, DE $94,720 Hartly, DE $95,010 Houston, DE $94,580 Kenton, DE $95,270 Laurel, DE $94,080

Yorklyn, DE $94,940

Systems Administrator - Experienced Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Systems Administrator - Experienced salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $106,290. While startup companies pay approximate $89,890.

Systems Administrator - Experienced Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$89,890
Growth Stage	51~500	$95,073
Established	501~5000	$102,644
Enterprise	5000+	$106,290

Systems Administrator - Experienced Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Systems Administrator - Experienced roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 41% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Systems Administrator - Experienced positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Systems Administrator - Experienced as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Systems Administrator - Experienced

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$114,036	$55.0	20%
Biotechnology	$109,284	$53.0	15%
Insurance	$106,434	$51.0	12%
Energy & Utilities	$104,533	$50.0	10%
Financial Services	$104,533	$50.0	10%

Systems Administrator - Experienced Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Systems Administrator - Experienced'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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$85,320

Average $95,030/year

$99,430

$7,110

Average $7,919/month

$8,286

$1,641

Average $1,828/week

$1,912

$41

Average $46/hour

$48

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,430	$8,286	$1,912	$48
Average	$95,030	$7,919	$1,828	$46
25th Percentile	$85,320	$7,110	$1,641	$41

Systems Administrator - Experienced Salary Growth & Career Path

Systems Administrator - Experienced

Operating Systems Administrator III

UNIX Operating Systems Administrator III

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Systems Administrator - Experienced, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Systems Administrator - Experienced Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Operating Systems Administrator III	$112,600	18%
UNIX Operating Systems Administrator III	$126,200	33%

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