What are the main factors that influence a Sys Admin's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Sys Admin?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Sys Admin roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Sys Admin's salary?

A Sys Admin's salary grows with experience: a Systems Administrator I (0-2 years)earns $74,516, a Sys Admin (2-4 years)earns $94,923, a Systems Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $112,406, a Systems Administrator IV (7+ years)earns $130,606, a Systems Administrator V (7-10 years)earns $153,492,

What are the highest paying states for a Sys Admin?

Sys Admin salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Sys Admin roles are District of Columbia $101,407, California $101,022, Massachusetts $99,676. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Sys Admin roles make?

Salaries for Sys Admin level roles vary by specialization: Credit Admin: $114,824; Database Admin: $106,213; healthcare admin: $99,235; Administrative & Clinical Info Sys Coordinator: $97,070; Payroll Admin: $74,764.

Sys Admin Salary in Delaware

How much does a Sys Admin make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sys Admin in Delaware is $92,752 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $103,040
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $82,329 to $98,137
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,839

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Sys Admin Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,137	$8,178	$1,887	$47
Average	$92,752	$7,729	$1,784	$45
25th Percentile	$82,329	$6,861	$1,583	$40

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Key Factors That Influence Sys Admin Salaries

A Sys Admin'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 Sys Admin Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Sys Admin'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): $74,516
Early Career (1-2 years): $94,923
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $112,406
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $130,606
Expert (over 8 years): $153,492

Levels	Salary
Systems A... Level Sys Admin	$74,516
Sys Admin... Level Sys Admin	$94,923
Systems A... Level Sys Admin	$112,406
Systems A... Level Sys Admin	$130,606
Systems A... Level Sys Admin	$153,492

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How Do Sys Admin 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 Sys Admins. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $101,407.
California: $101,022.
Massachusetts: $99,676.

District of Columbia $101,407 California $101,022 Massachusetts $99,676 Washington $99,310 New Jersey $99,273 Alaska $99,145 Connecticut $97,881 New York $97,368

Hawaii $95,728 Rhode Island $94,959 Maryland $94,437 Minnesota $93,723 Colorado $93,448 Illinois $93,356 Oregon $93,008 Delaware $92,752

New Hampshire $92,591 Virginia $92,230 Pennsylvania $91,176 Nevada $90,645 North Dakota $90,471 Michigan $90,196 Wisconsin $90,096 Vermont $89,894

Texas $89,336 Maine $89,299 Arizona $89,244 Ohio $89,180 Georgia $88,337 Indiana $87,916 Wyoming $87,833 Utah $87,705

Iowa $87,650 Kansas $87,211 Louisiana $87,082 North Carolina $87,037 Missouri $87,018 Florida $86,661 Montana $86,469 Nebraska $86,286

Kentucky $86,185 South Carolina $85,819 Tennessee $85,590 Idaho $85,498 New Mexico $84,829 Oklahoma $84,683 Alabama $84,142 South Dakota $83,236

Arkansas $82,741 West Virginia $82,476 Mississippi $81,679

Top Paying Cities for Sys Admins

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: $92,334
Little Creek: $93,010
Magnolia: $92,876

Lincoln, DE $92,334 Little Creek, DE $93,010 Magnolia, DE $92,876 Milford, DE $92,569 Marydel, DE $92,721 Millsboro, DE $91,947 Millville, DE $92,089 Milton, DE $92,248

Nassau, DE $92,315 Ocean View, DE $92,073 Rehoboth Beach, DE $92,250 Seaford, DE $92,302 Selbyville, DE $91,920 Smyrna, DE $93,074 Viola, DE $92,646 Woodside, DE $92,895

Bear, DE $92,680 Newark, DE $92,646 Claymont, DE $92,835 Delaware City, DE $92,738 Hockessin, DE $92,637 Kirkwood, DE $92,721 Middletown, DE $92,756 Montchanin, DE $92,658

New Castle, DE $92,672 Odessa, DE $92,802 Port Penn, DE $92,864 Rockland, DE $92,668 Saint Georges, DE $92,727 Townsend, DE $92,870 Winterthur, DE $92,679 Lewes, DE $92,284

Wilmington, DE $92,642 Dover, DE $93,010 Dover Afb, DE $92,520 Bethany Beach, DE $91,976 Bethel, DE $92,071 Bridgeville, DE $92,288 Camden Wyoming, DE $92,748 Cheswold, DE $92,980

Clayton, DE $92,983 Dagsboro, DE $91,912 Delmar, DE $91,764 Ellendale, DE $92,043 Felton, DE $92,561 Fenwick Island, DE $91,932 Frankford, DE $91,772 Frederica, DE $92,653

Georgetown, DE $91,877 Greenwood, DE $92,303 Harbeson, DE $91,975 Harrington, DE $92,444 Hartly, DE $92,732 Houston, DE $92,312 Kenton, DE $92,987 Laurel, DE $91,822

Yorklyn, DE $92,665

Sys Admin Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Sys Admin roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 41% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Sys Admin positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Sys Admin as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Sys Admin

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$111,302	$54.0	20%
Biotechnology	$106,665	$51.0	15%
Insurance	$103,882	$50.0	12%
Energy & Utilities	$102,027	$49.0	10%
Financial Services	$102,027	$49.0	10%

Sys Admin Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Sys Admin'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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$82,329

Average $92,752/year

$98,137

$6,861

Average $7,729/month

$8,178

$1,583

Average $1,784/week

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Average $45/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,137	$8,178	$1,887	$47
Average	$92,752	$7,729	$1,784	$45
25th Percentile	$82,329	$6,861	$1,583	$40

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