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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Network System Administrator in California is $132,841 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $64.
However, a Network System Administrator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Network System Administrator Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $143,618 | $11,968 | $2,762 | $69 |
| Average | $132,841 | $11,070 | $2,555 | $64 |
| 25th Percentile | $119,427 | $9,952 | $2,297 | $57 |
Joni and Friends - Agoura Hills, CA
Design West Technologies, Inc. - Tustin, CA
AMVAC CHEMICAL CORP - Irvine, CA
Dynamic Solutions Technology LLC - Victorville, CA
A Network System 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Network System 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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Network A... Level Network System Administrator | $98,683 |
| Network A... Level Network System Administrator | $118,421 |
| Network S... Level Network System Administrator | $135,635 |
| Network A... Level Network System Administrator | $158,073 |
| Client/Se... Level Network System Administrator | $120,744 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Network System Administrators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Network System Administrator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Network System Administrator positions in Retail & Wholesale or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Network System Administrator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software & Networking | $185,977 | $89.0 | 40% |
| Internet | $172,693 | $83.0 | 30% |
| Biotechnology | $166,051 | $80.0 | 25% |
| Energy & Utilities | $159,409 | $77.0 | 20% |
| Financial Services | $146,125 | $70.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a Network System 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $143,618 | $11,968 | $2,762 | $69 |
| Average | $132,841 | $11,070 | $2,555 | $64 |
| 25th Percentile | $119,427 | $9,952 | $2,297 | $57 |
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