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Hourly Wage for IT Systems Analyst II Salary in the United States

What is the highest and lowest hourly pay for IT Systems Analyst II?

As of January 01, 2026, the average hourly rate for an IT Systems Analyst II in the United States is $42, which translates to an annual salary of about $87,929.

However, the hourly wage can vary significantly based on several factors. Here’s a detailed look at the typical pay range per hour:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $45 per hour
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39 to $44 per hour
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37 per hour
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IT Systems Analyst II Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $90,603 $7,550 $1,742 $44
Average $87,929 $7,327 $1,691 $42
25th Percentile $82,110 $6,843 $1,579 $39
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Key Factors That Influence IT Systems Analyst II Salaries

An IT Systems Analyst 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects IT Systems Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an IT Systems Analyst 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:

  • IT Systems Analyst I (0-2 years): $74,253
  • IT Systems Analyst II (2-4 years): $87,929
  • IT Systems Analyst III (4-7 years): $109,184
  • IT Systems Analyst IV (7+ years): $129,119
  • IT Systems Analyst V (7-10 years): $145,690
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
IT Systems Analyst I0-2 years$74,253
IT Systems Analyst II2-4 years$87,929
IT Systems Analyst III4-7 years$109,184
IT Systems Analyst IV7+ years$129,119
IT Systems Analyst V7-10 years$145,690
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Top Paying Cities for IT Systems Analyst 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:

  • San Jose: $110,905
  • San Francisco: $109,815
  • Oakland: $107,379

What Skills Can Increase an IT Systems Analyst II's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 9.64% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • ERP (Mentioned in 2.01% Job Postings): Enterprise resource planning (ERP) refers to a type of software that organizations use to manage day-to-day business activities such as accounting, procurement, project management, risk management and compliance, and supply chain operations.
  • RFI (Mentioned in 1.74% Job Postings): A RFI (request for information) is a common business process whose purpose is to collect written information about the capabilities of various suppliers.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 9.64%
ERP 2.01%
RFI 1.74%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an IT Systems Analyst II's salary.
  • RFI: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Visioning: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Return on Investment: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
RFI
 $94,963
8%
Visioning
 $94,084
7%
Return on Investment
 $91,446
4%
Consulting
 $90,567
3%
Business Analysis
 $90,567
3%
Commitment
 $90,567
3%
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How Education impacts an IT Systems Analyst II's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many IT Systems Analyst IIs enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an IT Systems Analyst II with a Associate's Degree is between $85,791 and $91,037).

IT Systems Analyst II Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for IT Systems Analyst II
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.7%
High School 6.3%
Associates 8.1%
Bachelors 57.2%
Masters 27.4%
Doctorate 0.4%
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IT Systems Analyst II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an IT Systems Analyst 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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$82,110
Average $87,929/year
$90,603
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Average $7,327/month
$7,550
$1,579
Average $1,691/week
$1,742
$39
Average $42/hour
$44
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $90,603 $7,550 $1,742 $44
Average $87,929 $7,327 $1,691 $42
25th Percentile $82,110 $6,843 $1,579 $39

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FAQ about IT Systems Analyst II

1. What are the responsibilities of IT Systems Analyst II?

Analyzes, designs, and troubleshoots an organization's information technology systems and processes to enhance efficiency, productivity, and effectiveness. Uses defined policies and procedures to evaluate and design new IT systems or enhance existing systems to integrate with current and future needs. Tests and evaluates the compatibility and integration of new systems with existing infrastructure, networks, and applications. Designs models and utilizes analysis and solution development methods, including process maps, flow charts, and diagrams. Supports management with project planning, risk assessment, and project tracking to deliver timely IT solutions within budget. May create coding and logic specifications for developers. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Typically requires 2-4 years of related experience.

2. What are the skills of IT Systems Analyst II

Specify the abilities and skills that a person needs in order to carry out the specified job duties. Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Analysis: Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.

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ERP: Enterprise resource planning (ERP) refers to a type of software that organizations use to manage day-to-day business activities such as accounting, procurement, project management, risk management and compliance, and supply chain operations.

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RFI: A RFI (request for information) is a common business process whose purpose is to collect written information about the capabilities of various suppliers.

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