Army Reserve Administrator Salary in the United States

How much does an Army Reserve Administrator make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Army Reserve Administrator in the United States is $44,491 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

However, an Army Reserve Administrator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $51,574
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,599 to $48,198
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,056
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Army Reserve Administrator Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $48,198 $4,017 $927 $23
Average $44,491 $3,708 $856 $21
25th Percentile $40,599 $3,383 $781 $20
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Key Factors That Influence Army Reserve Administrator Salaries

An Army Reserve Administrator'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 Army Reserve Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Army Reserve Administrator'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $44,112
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $44,220
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $44,923
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $46,779
  • Expert (over 8 years): $47,371
Levels Salary
Entry Level Army Reserve Administrator$44,112
Intermediate Level Army Reserve Administrator$44,220
Senior Level Army Reserve Administrator$44,923
Specialist Level Army Reserve Administrator$46,779
Expert Level Army Reserve Administrator$47,371
$44,112 0 yr
$44,220 < 2 yrs
$44,923 2-4 yrs
$46,779 5-8 yrs
$47,371 > 8 yrs
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How Do Army Reserve Administrator 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 Army Reserve Administrators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $49,260.
  • California: $49,073.
  • Massachusetts: $48,419.

Top Paying Cities for Army Reserve Administrators

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: $56,116
  • San Francisco: $55,564
  • Oakland: $54,332

What Skills Can Increase an Army Reserve Administrator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 4.16% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Hydraulics (Mentioned in 2.7% Job Postings): Hydraulics is a technology and applied science using engineering, chemistry, and other sciences involving the mechanical properties and use of liquids.
  • 5S (Mentioned in 1.65% Job Postings): Stands for sort, sustain, set in order, standardized and shine. 5 tips that are designed to achieve clean, uncluttered, safe, and well organized workplace for a more systematized work flow.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Commitment 4.16%
Hydraulics 2.7%
5S 1.65%
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 Army Reserve Administrator's salary.
  • Creativity: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Accountability: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Creativity
$47,605
7%
Accountability
$46,715
5%
Leadership
$46,270
4%
Initiative
$46,270
4%
Written Communication
$46,270
4%
Safety Procedures
$46,270
4%
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How Education impacts an Army Reserve Administrator's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Army Reserve Administrators enter the field with a No Diploma 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 Army Reserve Administrator with a No Diploma is between $43,411 and $46,969).

Army Reserve Administrator Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Army Reserve Administrator
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 72.7%
High School 72.7%
Associates 18.2%
Bachelors 0.0%
Masters 9.1%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Army Reserve Administrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Army Reserve Administrator'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 January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Army Reserve Administrator

Salaries for an Army Reserve Administrator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $45,559 in 2023 to around $43,455 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Army Reserve Administrator salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Army Reserve Administrator Over Time

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$44,422
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