Applications Administrator Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Applications Administrator Manager make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Applications Administrator Manager in the United States is $140,278 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $67.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $168,111
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $121,762 to $154,847
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $104,904
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Applications Administrator Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $154,847 $12,904 $2,978 $74
Average $140,278 $11,690 $2,698 $67
25th Percentile $121,762 $10,147 $2,342 $59
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Key Factors That Influence Applications Administrator Manager Salaries

An Applications Administrator Manager'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 Applications Administrator Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Applications Administrator Manager'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): $112,329
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $89,662
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $107,122
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $139,207
  • Expert (over 8 years): $201,454
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Groupware... Level Applications Administrator Manager$112,329
Computer ... Level Applications Administrator Manager$89,662
Computer ... Level Applications Administrator Manager$107,122
Applicati... Level Applications Administrator Manager$139,207
Computer ... Level Applications Administrator Manager$201,454
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$89,662 < 2 yrs
$107,122 2-4 yrs
$139,207 5-8 yrs
$201,454 > 8 yrs
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How Do Applications Administrator Manager 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 Applications Administrator Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $155,316.
  • California: $154,727.
  • Massachusetts: $152,665.

Top Paying Cities for Applications Administrator Managers

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: $176,933
  • San Francisco: $175,193
  • Oakland: $171,307

What Skills Can Increase an Applications Administrator Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 20% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Computer Science (Mentioned in 20% Job Postings): Computer science is the study of computation, automation, and information. Computer science spans theoretical disciplines (such as algorithms, theory of computation, information theory, and automation) to practical disciplines.
  • Data Center Operations (Mentioned in 20% Job Postings): Data center operations comprise the systems and workflows within a data center that keep the data center running.
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Leadership 20%
Computer Science 20%
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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 Applications Administrator Manager's salary.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Planning: Can increase your salary by up to 1%.
  • Computer Science: Can increase your salary by up to 1%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Leadership
 $145,889
4%
Planning
 $141,681
1%
Computer Science
 $141,681
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How Education impacts an Applications Administrator Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Applications Administrator Managers enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate 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 Applications Administrator Manager with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $134,088 and $144,358).

Applications Administrator Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Applications Administrator Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.8%
High School 19.7%
Associates 16.3%
Bachelors 46.5%
Masters 15.0%
Doctorate 0.8%
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Applications Administrator Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Applications Administrator Manager'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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$121,762
Average $140,278/year
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Average $11,690/month
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Average $2,698/week
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Average $67/hour
$74
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $154,847 $12,904 $2,978 $74
Average $140,278 $11,690 $2,698 $67
25th Percentile $121,762 $10,147 $2,342 $59

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Salary Trends for Applications Administrator Manager

Salaries for an Applications Administrator Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $110,575 in 2023 to around $109,582 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Applications Administrator Manager salary trends, .

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