What are the main factors that influence a Data Center Administrator II'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 Data Center Administrator II?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Data Center Administrator II roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Data Center Administrator 's salary?

A Data Center Administrator 's salary grows with experience: a Data Center Administrator I (0-2 years)earns $74,964, a Data Center Administrator II (2-4 years)earns $90,121, a Data Center Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $108,839, a Data Center Supervisor (7+ years)earns $115,296, a Data Center Manager (7+ years)earns $138,853,

What are the highest paying states for a Data Center Administrator II?

Data Center Administrator II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Center Administrator II roles are District of Columbia $98,531, California $98,157, Massachusetts $96,849. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Center Administrator roles make?

Salaries for Data Center Administrator level roles vary by specialization: Data Center Operations Administrator III: $107,500; Data Center Administrator III: $107,474; Data Center Operations Administrator II: $89,000; Data Infrastructure Operations Administrator II: $89,000; Data Center Operations Administrator I: $74,100.

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Data Center Administrator II Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Center Administrator II make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Center Administrator II in Delaware is $90,121 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

However, a Data Center Administrator II's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $96,519
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $83,974 to $93,470
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $78,377

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Data Center Administrator II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,470	$7,789	$1,798	$45
Average	$90,121	$7,510	$1,733	$43
25th Percentile	$83,974	$6,998	$1,615	$40

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Key Factors That Influence Data Center Administrator II Salaries

A Data Center Administrator II'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 Data Center Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Center Administrator II'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:

Data Center Administrator I (0-2 years): $74,964
Data Center Administrator II (2-4 years): $90,121
Data Center Administrator III (4-7 years): $108,839
Data Center Supervisor (7+ years): $115,296
Data Center Manager (7+ years): $138,853

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Data Center Administrator I	0-2 years	$74,964
Data Center Administrator II	2-4 years	$90,121
Data Center Administrator III	4-7 years	$108,839
Data Center Supervisor	7+ years	$115,296
Data Center Manager	7+ years	$138,853

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How Do Data Center Administrator II 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 Data Center Administrator IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $98,531.
California: $98,157.
Massachusetts: $96,849.

District of Columbia $98,531 California $98,157 Massachusetts $96,849 Washington $96,493 New Jersey $96,457 Alaska $96,333 Connecticut $95,105 New York $94,606

Hawaii $93,013 Rhode Island $92,266 Maryland $91,759 Minnesota $91,064 Colorado $90,798 Illinois $90,709 Oregon $90,370 Delaware $90,121

New Hampshire $89,965 Virginia $89,614 Pennsylvania $88,591 Nevada $88,074 North Dakota $87,905 Michigan $87,638 Wisconsin $87,540 Vermont $87,345

Texas $86,802 Maine $86,766 Arizona $86,713 Ohio $86,651 Georgia $85,832 Indiana $85,422 Wyoming $85,342 Utah $85,218

Iowa $85,164 Kansas $84,737 Louisiana $84,613 North Carolina $84,568 Missouri $84,550 Florida $84,203 Montana $84,016 Nebraska $83,838

Kentucky $83,741 South Carolina $83,385 Tennessee $83,162 Idaho $83,073 New Mexico $82,423 Oklahoma $82,281 Alabama $81,756 South Dakota $80,875

Arkansas $80,394 West Virginia $80,136 Mississippi $79,362

Top Paying Cities for Data Center Administrator IIs

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: $89,715
Little Creek: $90,372
Magnolia: $90,242

Lincoln, DE $89,715 Little Creek, DE $90,372 Magnolia, DE $90,242 Milford, DE $89,943 Marydel, DE $90,091 Millsboro, DE $89,339 Millville, DE $89,477 Milton, DE $89,632

Nassau, DE $89,697 Ocean View, DE $89,462 Rehoboth Beach, DE $89,634 Seaford, DE $89,684 Selbyville, DE $89,313 Smyrna, DE $90,434 Viola, DE $90,018 Woodside, DE $90,260

Bear, DE $90,052 Newark, DE $90,018 Claymont, DE $90,202 Delaware City, DE $90,108 Hockessin, DE $90,010 Kirkwood, DE $90,091 Middletown, DE $90,126 Montchanin, DE $90,030

New Castle, DE $90,044 Odessa, DE $90,170 Port Penn, DE $90,231 Rockland, DE $90,039 Saint Georges, DE $90,097 Townsend, DE $90,236 Winterthur, DE $90,050 Lewes, DE $89,666

Wilmington, DE $90,014 Dover, DE $90,372 Dover Afb, DE $89,896 Bethany Beach, DE $89,367 Bethel, DE $89,460 Bridgeville, DE $89,671 Camden Wyoming, DE $90,118 Cheswold, DE $90,343

Clayton, DE $90,345 Dagsboro, DE $89,305 Delmar, DE $89,162 Ellendale, DE $89,432 Felton, DE $89,936 Fenwick Island, DE $89,325 Frankford, DE $89,169 Frederica, DE $90,025

Georgetown, DE $89,271 Greenwood, DE $89,685 Harbeson, DE $89,367 Harrington, DE $89,822 Hartly, DE $90,102 Houston, DE $89,694 Kenton, DE $90,350 Laurel, DE $89,218

Yorklyn, DE $90,037

Data Center Administrator II Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Data Center Administrator II salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $100,800. While startup companies pay approximate $85,247.

Data Center Administrator II Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$85,247
Growth Stage	51~500	$90,162
Established	501~5000	$97,341
Enterprise	5000+	$100,800

Data Center Administrator II Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Data Center Administrator II roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 82% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Data Center Administrator positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Data Center Administrator II as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Data Center Administrator II

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$126,170	$61.0	40%
Pharmaceuticals	$121,664	$58.0	35%
Software & Networking	$117,158	$56.0	30%
Financial Services	$112,651	$54.0	25%
Internet	$108,145	$52.0	20%

Data Center Administrator II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Center Administrator II'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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$83,974

Average $90,121/year

$93,470

$6,998

Average $7,510/month

$7,789

$1,615

Average $1,733/week

$1,798

$40

Average $43/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,470	$7,789	$1,798	$45
Average	$90,121	$7,510	$1,733	$43
25th Percentile	$83,974	$6,998	$1,615	$40

Data Center Administrator II Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Data Center Administrator II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Data Center Administrator III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $108,839 - a projected growth of 21% over your current level.

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