What are the main factors that influence a UNIX Systems Administrator I's salary?

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

How does experience change A UNIX Systems Administrator 's salary?

A UNIX Systems Administrator 's salary grows with experience: a UNIX Systems Administrator I (0-2 years)earns $100,751, a UNIX Systems Administrator II (2-4 years)earns $112,187, a UNIX Systems Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $126,150,

What are the highest paying states for a UNIX Systems Administrator I?

UNIX Systems Administrator I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for UNIX Systems Administrator I roles are District of Columbia $110,153, California $109,735, Massachusetts $108,273. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for UNIX Systems Administrator level roles vary by specialization: UNIX Operating Systems Administrator III: $124,600; System Administrator - Senior - UNIX: $124,570; UNIX Systems Administrator III: $124,568; UNIX Systems Engineer: $122,178; Systems Administrator - Intermediate - UNIX: $110,800.

Click or scroll to view upper level job

UNIX Systems Administrator I Salary in Delaware

How much does a UNIX Systems Administrator I make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a UNIX Systems Administrator I in Delaware is $100,751 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $112,068
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $92,038 to $106,675
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $84,105

Compensation Planning

Develop a Job Description

Pay Equity

2025 Compensation Trend

Recruit with AI

Smart Recruiting

Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits

View as table

UNIX Systems Administrator I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$106,675	$8,890	$2,051	$51
Average	$100,751	$8,396	$1,938	$48
25th Percentile	$92,038	$7,670	$1,770	$44

You may get higher pay by adjusting the following factors:

Change Search Criteria

Check out UNIX Systems Administrator I Job Openings in Delaware

Level Computer Technician

Pegasus Technologies - Wilmington, DE

Epic Senior Systems Analyst

OhioHealth - GRANDVIEW, OH

Registered Nurse PCU2

Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City - OVERLAND PARK, KS

Registered Nurse PCU2

Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City - OVERLAND PARK, KS

Search More UNIX Systems Administrator I Jobs in Delaware

Key Factors That Influence UNIX Systems Administrator I Salaries

A UNIX Systems Administrator I'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 UNIX Systems Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a UNIX Systems Administrator I'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:

UNIX Systems Administrator I (0-2 years): $100,751
UNIX Systems Administrator II (2-4 years): $112,187
UNIX Systems Administrator III (4-7 years): $126,150

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
UNIX Systems Administrator I	0-2 years	$100,751
UNIX Systems Administrator II	2-4 years	$112,187
UNIX Systems Administrator III	4-7 years	$126,150

View as Graph

What Am I Worth?

How Do UNIX Systems Administrator I 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 UNIX Systems Administrator Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $110,153.
California: $109,735.
Massachusetts: $108,273.

District of Columbia $110,153 California $109,735 Massachusetts $108,273 Washington $107,875 New Jersey $107,835 Alaska $107,696 Connecticut $106,323 New York $105,766

Hawaii $103,985 Rhode Island $103,149 Maryland $102,582 Minnesota $101,806 Colorado $101,508 Illinois $101,408 Oregon $101,030 Delaware $100,751

New Hampshire $100,576 Virginia $100,184 Pennsylvania $99,040 Nevada $98,463 North Dakota $98,274 Michigan $97,976 Wisconsin $97,866 Vermont $97,647

Texas $97,041 Maine $97,001 Arizona $96,941 Ohio $96,871 Georgia $95,956 Indiana $95,499 Wyoming $95,409 Utah $95,270

Iowa $95,210 Kansas $94,732 Louisiana $94,593 North Carolina $94,543 Missouri $94,524 Florida $94,136 Montana $93,927 Nebraska $93,728

Kentucky $93,618 South Carolina $93,220 Tennessee $92,972 Idaho $92,872 New Mexico $92,146 Oklahoma $91,987 Alabama $91,400 South Dakota $90,415

Arkansas $89,877 West Virginia $89,589 Mississippi $88,723

Top Paying Cities for UNIX Systems Administrator Is

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: $100,298
Little Creek: $101,032
Magnolia: $100,887

Lincoln, DE $100,298 Little Creek, DE $101,032 Magnolia, DE $100,887 Milford, DE $100,553 Marydel, DE $100,718 Millsboro, DE $99,877 Millville, DE $100,031 Milton, DE $100,204

Nassau, DE $100,277 Ocean View, DE $100,014 Rehoboth Beach, DE $100,206 Seaford, DE $100,263 Selbyville, DE $99,848 Smyrna, DE $101,102 Viola, DE $100,636 Woodside, DE $100,907

Bear, DE $100,674 Newark, DE $100,636 Claymont, DE $100,842 Delaware City, DE $100,737 Hockessin, DE $100,627 Kirkwood, DE $100,718 Middletown, DE $100,756 Montchanin, DE $100,650

New Castle, DE $100,665 Odessa, DE $100,806 Port Penn, DE $100,874 Rockland, DE $100,660 Saint Georges, DE $100,725 Townsend, DE $100,880 Winterthur, DE $100,672 Lewes, DE $100,243

Wilmington, DE $100,632 Dover, DE $101,032 Dover Afb, DE $100,500 Bethany Beach, DE $99,909 Bethel, DE $100,012 Bridgeville, DE $100,248 Camden Wyoming, DE $100,748 Cheswold, DE $100,999

Clayton, DE $101,002 Dagsboro, DE $99,839 Delmar, DE $99,679 Ellendale, DE $99,981 Felton, DE $100,545 Fenwick Island, DE $99,861 Frankford, DE $99,687 Frederica, DE $100,644

Georgetown, DE $99,801 Greenwood, DE $100,264 Harbeson, DE $99,908 Harrington, DE $100,417 Hartly, DE $100,730 Houston, DE $100,274 Kenton, DE $101,007 Laurel, DE $99,742

Yorklyn, DE $100,657

UNIX Systems Administrator I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a UNIX Systems Administrator I'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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$92,038

Average $100,751/year

$106,675

$7,670

Average $8,396/month

$8,890

$1,770

Average $1,938/week

$2,051

$44

Average $48/hour

$51

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$106,675	$8,890	$2,051	$51
Average	$100,751	$8,396	$1,938	$48
25th Percentile	$92,038	$7,670	$1,770	$44

UNIX Systems Administrator I Salary Growth & Career Path

UNIX Systems Administrator I

Linux Administrator

Mail Server Administrator

Systems Administrator II

UNIX Systems Administrator II

SVP of Systems Administration

UNIX Systems Administrator III

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a UNIX Systems Administrator I, 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.

UNIX Systems Administrator I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Linux Administrator	$95,029	-6%
Mail Server Administrator	$100,501	0%
Systems Administrator II	$95,029	-6%
UNIX Systems Administrator II	$112,187	11%

Salaries of jobs related to UNIX Systems Administrator I

Find Your Next UNIX Systems Administrator I Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current UNIX Systems Administrator I job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Cost of Living In Delaware

Cost of Living in Delaware is

1.3% Higher

than the National Average

Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.

Explore Cost of Living Calculator

Empower Your Team

Salary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.

Find Salary.com Comp Consulting

See Salary Trends in 2025

Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.

Price Your Company Jobs and Make Pay Fair

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about