What are the main factors that influence a Systems Administration Manager's salary?

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

How does experience change A Systems Administration Manager's salary?

A Systems Administration Manager's salary grows with experience: a Systems Administration Supervisor (10+ years)earns $125,303, a Systems Administration Senior Supervisor (10+ years)earns $135,644, a Systems Administration Manager (10+ years)earns $161,782, a Systems Administration Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $195,847, a Systems Administration Director (10+ years)earns $232,656,

What are the highest paying states for a Systems Administration Manager?

Systems Administration Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Systems Administration Manager roles are District of Columbia $161,782, California $161,168, Massachusetts $159,020. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Systems Administration Manager roles make?

Salaries for Systems Administration Manager level roles vary by specialization: Operating Systems Administration Senior Manager: $176,900; Systems Administration Senior Manager: $176,885; Enterprise Systems Administration Senior Manager: $172,290; Database Administration Manager: $153,463; Operating Systems Administration Manager: $146,200.

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Systems Administration Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Systems Administration Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Systems Administration Manager in District of Columbia is $161,782 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $78.

However, a Systems Administration Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $197,168
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $148,375 to $180,304
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $136,168

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Systems Administration Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$180,304	$15,025	$3,467	$87
Average	$161,782	$13,482	$3,111	$78
25th Percentile	$148,375	$12,365	$2,853	$71

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Key Factors That Influence Systems Administration Manager Salaries

A Systems Administration Manager'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 Administration Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Systems Administration Manager'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:

Systems Administration Supervisor (10+ years): $125,303
Systems Administration Senior Supervisor (10+ years): $135,644
Systems Administration Manager (10+ years): $161,782
Systems Administration Senior Manager (10+ years): $195,847
Systems Administration Director (10+ years): $232,656

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Systems Administration Supervisor	10+ years	$125,303
Systems Administration Senior Supervisor	10+ years	$135,644
Systems Administration Manager	10+ years	$161,782
Systems Administration Senior Manager	10+ years	$195,847
Systems Administration Director	10+ years	$232,656

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How Do Systems Administration Manager 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 Administration Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $161,782.
California: $161,168.
Massachusetts: $159,020.

District of Columbia $161,782 California $161,168 Massachusetts $159,020 Washington $158,436 New Jersey $158,377 Alaska $158,173 Connecticut $156,156 New York $155,338

Hawaii $152,723 Rhode Island $151,495 Maryland $150,662 Minnesota $149,523 Colorado $149,084 Illinois $148,938 Oregon $148,383 Delaware $147,974

New Hampshire $147,717 Virginia $147,141 Pennsylvania $145,460 Nevada $144,613 North Dakota $144,335 Michigan $143,897 Wisconsin $143,736 Vermont $143,415

Texas $142,523 Maine $142,465 Arizona $142,377 Ohio $142,275 Georgia $140,931 Indiana $140,259 Wyoming $140,127 Utah $139,923

Iowa $139,835 Kansas $139,134 Louisiana $138,929 North Carolina $138,856 Missouri $138,827 Florida $138,257 Montana $137,950 Nebraska $137,658

Kentucky $137,497 South Carolina $136,913 Tennessee $136,547 Idaho $136,401 New Mexico $135,334 Oklahoma $135,101 Alabama $134,239 South Dakota $132,792

Arkansas $132,003 West Virginia $131,579 Mississippi $130,308

Top Paying Cities for Systems Administration Managers

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:

Parcel Return Service: $161,782
Washington: $161,782
Naval Anacost Annex: $161,782

Parcel Return Service, DC $161,782 Washington, DC $161,782 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $161,782 Washington Navy Yard, DC $161,782

Systems Administration Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Systems Administration Manager'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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$148,375

Average $161,782/year

$180,304

$12,365

Average $13,482/month

$15,025

$2,853

Average $3,111/week

$3,467

$71

Average $78/hour

$87

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$180,304	$15,025	$3,467	$87
Average	$161,782	$13,482	$3,111	$78
25th Percentile	$148,375	$12,365	$2,853	$71

Systems Administration Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Systems Administration Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Systems Administration Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $195,847 - a projected growth of 21% over your current level.

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