What are the main factors that influence an IT System Manager's salary?

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

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

An IT System Manager's salary grows with experience: an Information Technology Supervisor I (12+ years)earns $96,735, an Information Technology Supervisor II (12+ years)earns $133,892, an IT System Manager (12+ years)earns $142,951, an Information Technology Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $174,454, an Information Technology Director (12+ years)earns $215,672,

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

IT System Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for IT System Manager roles are District of Columbia $153,626, California $153,043, Massachusetts $151,004. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for IT System Manager level roles vary by specialization: Manufacturing System Engineering Manager, Sr.: $153,812; IT Network Storage System Planning Manager: $150,620; Manufacturing Execution System Manager: $139,000; Manufacturing System Engineering Manager: $138,922; IT Network Storage System Senior Planner: $119,950.

IT System Manager Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an IT System Manager make in Rhode Island?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for an IT System Manager in Rhode Island is $143,858 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $167,407
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $131,969 to $156,185
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $121,145

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IT System Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$156,185	$13,015	$3,004	$75
Average	$143,858	$11,988	$2,767	$69
25th Percentile	$131,969	$10,997	$2,538	$63

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Key Factors That Influence IT System Manager Salaries

An IT System 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects IT System Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an IT System 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): $96,735
Early Career (1-2 years): $133,892
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $142,951
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $174,454
Expert (over 8 years): $215,672

Levels	Salary
Informati... Level IT System Manager	$96,735
Informati... Level IT System Manager	$133,892
IT System... Level IT System Manager	$142,951
Informati... Level IT System Manager	$174,454
Informati... Level IT System Manager	$215,672

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

District of Columbia: $153,626.
California: $153,043.
Massachusetts: $151,004.

District of Columbia $153,626 California $153,043 Massachusetts $151,004 Washington $150,449 New Jersey $150,393 Alaska $150,199 Connecticut $148,284 New York $147,507

Hawaii $145,024 Rhode Island $143,858 Maryland $143,067 Minnesota $141,985 Colorado $141,569 Illinois $141,430 Oregon $140,903 Delaware $140,514

New Hampshire $140,270 Virginia $139,723 Pennsylvania $138,128 Nevada $137,323 North Dakota $137,059 Michigan $136,643 Wisconsin $136,490 Vermont $136,185

Texas $135,339 Maine $135,283 Arizona $135,200 Ohio $135,103 Georgia $133,826 Indiana $133,188 Wyoming $133,063 Utah $132,869

Iowa $132,786 Kansas $132,120 Louisiana $131,925 North Carolina $131,856 Missouri $131,828 Florida $131,287 Montana $130,996 Nebraska $130,718

Kentucky $130,566 South Carolina $130,011 Tennessee $129,664 Idaho $129,525 New Mexico $128,512 Oklahoma $128,290 Alabama $127,471 South Dakota $126,098

Arkansas $125,349 West Virginia $124,946 Mississippi $123,739

Top Paying Cities for IT System 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:

Adamsville: $146,217
Albion: $143,789
Ashaway: $146,772

Adamsville, RI $146,217 Albion, RI $143,789 Ashaway, RI $146,772 Barrington, RI $143,789 Block Island, RI $146,009 Bradford, RI $146,675 Bristol, RI $143,650 Carolina, RI $145,481

Charlestown, RI $145,634 Chepachet, RI $143,511 Clayville, RI $143,650 Coventry, RI $143,511 West Greenwich, RI $143,414 East Greenwich, RI $143,608 Exeter, RI $146,675 Fiskeville, RI $143,789

Forestdale, RI $143,650 Foster, RI $143,414 Glendale, RI $143,414 Greene, RI $145,024 Greenville, RI $143,789 Harmony, RI $143,747 Harrisville, RI $143,511 Hope, RI $143,789

Hope Valley, RI $146,772 Hopkinton, RI $146,813 Jamestown, RI $145,343 Kenyon, RI $146,633 Little Compton, RI $146,161 Manville, RI $143,789 Mapleville, RI $143,414 Newport, RI $145,370

Middletown, RI $145,981 North Kingstown, RI $143,372 North Scituate, RI $143,747 Oakland, RI $143,553 Pascoag, RI $143,470 Pawtucket, RI $143,789 Central Falls, RI $143,789 Cumberland, RI $143,789

Lincoln, RI $143,789 Portsmouth, RI $144,788 Prudence Island, RI $143,511 Rockville, RI $146,813 Saunderstown, RI $145,426 Shannock, RI $146,591 Slatersville, RI $143,650 Slocum, RI $145,426

Tiverton, RI $146,258 Wakefield, RI $145,273 Kingston, RI $145,301 Narragansett, RI $145,329 Peace Dale, RI $145,273 Warren, RI $143,747 Warwick, RI $143,789 Westerly, RI $146,855

West Kingston, RI $145,384 West Warwick, RI $143,789 Wood River Junction, RI $146,675 Woonsocket, RI $143,650 North Smithfield, RI $143,747 Wyoming, RI $146,633 Providence, RI $143,789 Cranston, RI $143,789

North Providence, RI $143,789 East Providence, RI $143,789 Riverside, RI $143,789 Rumford, RI $143,789 Smithfield, RI $143,789 Johnston, RI $143,789

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

Understanding how an IT System 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.

Last Updated on March 01, 2026

$131,969

Average $143,858/year

$156,185

$10,997

Average $11,988/month

$13,015

$2,538

Average $2,767/week

$3,004

$63

Average $69/hour

$75

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$156,185	$13,015	$3,004	$75
Average	$143,858	$11,988	$2,767	$69
25th Percentile	$131,969	$10,997	$2,538	$63

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