What are the main factors that influence an IT System Administrator'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 IT System Administrator?

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

How does experience change An IT System Administrator's salary?

An IT System Administrator's salary grows with experience: a Systems Administrator I (0-2 years)earns $73,702, a IT System Administrator (2-4 years)earns $93,886, a Systems Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $111,184, a Systems Administrator IV (7+ years)earns $129,188, a Systems Administrator V (7-10 years)earns $151,818,

What are the highest paying states for an IT System Administrator?

IT System Administrator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for IT System Administrator roles are District of Columbia $103,003, California $102,613, Massachusetts $101,245. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of IT System Administrator roles make?

Salaries for IT System Administrator level roles vary by specialization: IT System Manager: $138,763; Senior System Administrator: $108,891; Engineering System Administrator: $95,093; Linux System Administrator: $93,379; Intermediate System Administrator: $92,844.

IT System Administrator Salary in Delaware

How much does an IT System Administrator make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an IT System Administrator in Delaware is $94,212 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $102,668
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $85,167 to $98,638
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76,932

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IT System Administrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,638	$8,220	$1,897	$47
Average	$94,212	$7,851	$1,812	$45
25th Percentile	$85,167	$7,097	$1,638	$41

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Key Factors That Influence IT System Administrator Salaries

An IT 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.

How Experience Level Affects IT System Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an IT 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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $73,702
Early Career (1-2 years): $93,886
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $111,184
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $129,188
Expert (over 8 years): $151,818

Levels	Salary
Systems A... Level IT System Administrator	$73,702
IT System... Level IT System Administrator	$93,886
Systems A... Level IT System Administrator	$111,184
Systems A... Level IT System Administrator	$129,188
Systems A... Level IT System Administrator	$151,818

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

District of Columbia: $103,003.
California: $102,613.
Massachusetts: $101,245.

District of Columbia $103,003 California $102,613 Massachusetts $101,245 Washington $100,873 New Jersey $100,836 Alaska $100,705 Connecticut $99,422 New York $98,901

Hawaii $97,235 Rhode Island $96,454 Maryland $95,924 Minnesota $95,198 Colorado $94,919 Illinois $94,826 Oregon $94,472 Delaware $94,212

New Hampshire $94,048 Virginia $93,682 Pennsylvania $92,612 Nevada $92,072 North Dakota $91,895 Michigan $91,616 Wisconsin $91,514 Vermont $91,309

Texas $90,742 Maine $90,705 Arizona $90,649 Ohio $90,584 Georgia $89,728 Indiana $89,300 Wyoming $89,216 Utah $89,086

Iowa $89,030 Kansas $88,584 Louisiana $88,453 North Carolina $88,407 Missouri $88,388 Florida $88,025 Montana $87,830 Nebraska $87,644

Kentucky $87,542 South Carolina $87,169 Tennessee $86,937 Idaho $86,844 New Mexico $86,165 Oklahoma $86,016 Alabama $85,467 South Dakota $84,546

Arkansas $84,044 West Virginia $83,774 Mississippi $82,965

Top Paying Cities for IT System 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: $93,788
Little Creek: $94,474
Magnolia: $94,338

Lincoln, DE $93,788 Little Creek, DE $94,474 Magnolia, DE $94,338 Milford, DE $94,026 Marydel, DE $94,180 Millsboro, DE $93,394 Millville, DE $93,538 Milton, DE $93,700

Nassau, DE $93,768 Ocean View, DE $93,523 Rehoboth Beach, DE $93,702 Seaford, DE $93,755 Selbyville, DE $93,367 Smyrna, DE $94,539 Viola, DE $94,104 Woodside, DE $94,357

Bear, DE $94,139 Newark, DE $94,104 Claymont, DE $94,297 Delaware City, DE $94,198 Hockessin, DE $94,096 Kirkwood, DE $94,180 Middletown, DE $94,217 Montchanin, DE $94,117

New Castle, DE $94,131 Odessa, DE $94,263 Port Penn, DE $94,326 Rockland, DE $94,126 Saint Georges, DE $94,187 Townsend, DE $94,332 Winterthur, DE $94,137 Lewes, DE $93,737

Wilmington, DE $94,100 Dover, DE $94,474 Dover Afb, DE $93,977 Bethany Beach, DE $93,424 Bethel, DE $93,521 Bridgeville, DE $93,741 Camden Wyoming, DE $94,208 Cheswold, DE $94,444

Clayton, DE $94,446 Dagsboro, DE $93,359 Delmar, DE $93,209 Ellendale, DE $93,492 Felton, DE $94,018 Fenwick Island, DE $93,379 Frankford, DE $93,216 Frederica, DE $94,111

Georgetown, DE $93,323 Greenwood, DE $93,756 Harbeson, DE $93,423 Harrington, DE $93,899 Hartly, DE $94,191 Houston, DE $93,765 Kenton, DE $94,451 Laurel, DE $93,268

Yorklyn, DE $94,124

IT System Administrator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For IT System Administrator 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, IT System Administrator positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view IT System Administrator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an IT System Administrator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$113,054	$54.0	20%
Biotechnology	$108,344	$52.0	15%
Insurance	$105,517	$51.0	12%
Energy & Utilities	$103,633	$50.0	10%
Financial Services	$103,633	$50.0	10%

IT System Administrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an IT 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$85,167

Average $94,212/year

$98,638

$7,097

Average $7,851/month

$8,220

$1,638

Average $1,812/week

$1,897

$41

Average $45/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,638	$8,220	$1,897	$47
Average	$94,212	$7,851	$1,812	$45
25th Percentile	$85,167	$7,097	$1,638	$41

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