What are the main factors that influence a Computer Administrator's salary?

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

What are the highest paying states for a Computer Administrator?

Computer Administrator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Computer Administrator roles are District of Columbia $54,609, California $54,402, Massachusetts $53,677. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Computer Administrator roles make?

Salaries for Computer Administrator level roles vary by specialization: Systems Administrator V: $151,736; Systems Administrator - Specialist: $129,130; Systems Administrator IV: $129,124; Systems Administrator III: $111,127; Systems Administrator II: $93,834.

Computer Administrator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Computer Administrator make in Delaware?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer Administrator in Delaware is $49,948 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,265
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,506 to $61,630
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,910

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Computer Administrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$61,630	$5,136	$1,185	$30
Average	$49,948	$4,162	$961	$24
25th Percentile	$40,506	$3,376	$779	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Computer Administrator Salaries

A Computer Administrator's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Computer 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 Computer Administrators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $54,609.
California: $54,402.
Massachusetts: $53,677.

District of Columbia $54,609 California $54,402 Massachusetts $53,677 Washington $53,480 New Jersey $53,460 Alaska $53,391 Connecticut $52,710 New York $52,434

Hawaii $51,551 Rhode Island $51,137 Maryland $50,856 Minnesota $50,471 Colorado $50,323 Illinois $50,274 Oregon $50,086 Delaware $49,948

New Hampshire $49,861 Virginia $49,667 Pennsylvania $49,100 Nevada $48,814 North Dakota $48,720 Michigan $48,572 Wisconsin $48,518 Vermont $48,409

Texas $48,108 Maine $48,089 Arizona $48,059 Ohio $48,025 Georgia $47,571 Indiana $47,344 Wyoming $47,300 Utah $47,231

Iowa $47,201 Kansas $46,964 Louisiana $46,895 North Carolina $46,871 Missouri $46,861 Florida $46,668 Montana $46,565 Nebraska $46,466

Kentucky $46,412 South Carolina $46,215 Tennessee $46,091 Idaho $46,042 New Mexico $45,682 Oklahoma $45,603 Alabama $45,312 South Dakota $44,824

Arkansas $44,557 West Virginia $44,414 Mississippi $43,985

Top Paying Cities for Computer 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:

Lincoln: $49,723
Little Creek: $50,087
Magnolia: $50,015

Lincoln, DE $49,723 Little Creek, DE $50,087 Magnolia, DE $50,015 Milford, DE $49,850 Marydel, DE $49,931 Millsboro, DE $49,515 Millville, DE $49,591 Milton, DE $49,677

Nassau, DE $49,713 Ocean View, DE $49,583 Rehoboth Beach, DE $49,678 Seaford, DE $49,706 Selbyville, DE $49,500 Smyrna, DE $50,122 Viola, DE $49,891 Woodside, DE $50,025

Bear, DE $49,910 Newark, DE $49,891 Claymont, DE $49,993 Delaware City, DE $49,941 Hockessin, DE $49,887 Kirkwood, DE $49,931 Middletown, DE $49,951 Montchanin, DE $49,898

New Castle, DE $49,905 Odessa, DE $49,975 Port Penn, DE $50,009 Rockland, DE $49,903 Saint Georges, DE $49,935 Townsend, DE $50,012 Winterthur, DE $49,909 Lewes, DE $49,696

Wilmington, DE $49,889 Dover, DE $50,087 Dover Afb, DE $49,823 Bethany Beach, DE $49,530 Bethel, DE $49,582 Bridgeville, DE $49,699 Camden Wyoming, DE $49,946 Cheswold, DE $50,071

Clayton, DE $50,072 Dagsboro, DE $49,496 Delmar, DE $49,416 Ellendale, DE $49,566 Felton, DE $49,846 Fenwick Island, DE $49,507 Frankford, DE $49,420 Frederica, DE $49,895

Georgetown, DE $49,477 Greenwood, DE $49,707 Harbeson, DE $49,530 Harrington, DE $49,782 Hartly, DE $49,937 Houston, DE $49,711 Kenton, DE $50,075 Laurel, DE $49,448

Yorklyn, DE $49,901

Computer Administrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Computer 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 September 01, 2026

$40,506

Average $49,948/year

$61,630

$3,376

Average $4,162/month

$5,136

$779

Average $961/week

$1,185

$19

Average $24/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$61,630	$5,136	$1,185	$30
Average	$49,948	$4,162	$961	$24
25th Percentile	$40,506	$3,376	$779	$19

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