What are the main factors that influence an IT Systems 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 Systems Administrator?

The Hospitality & Leisure industry offers the highest average compensation for IT Systems Administrator roles, with salaries approximately 23% above the market median.

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

An IT Systems Administrator's salary grows with experience: starting around $87,378 for beginners, reaching about $90,233 at mid-level, and approach $92,023 for experts.

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

IT Systems Administrator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for IT Systems Administrator roles are District of Columbia $98,933, California $98,558, Massachusetts $97,244. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for IT Systems Administrator level roles vary by specialization: Systems Administrator - Expert: $151,740; Systems Administrator V: $151,735; Systems Administrator - Specialist: $129,120; Systems Administrator IV: $129,117; Systems Maintenance Administrator III: $111,190.

IT Systems Administrator Salary in Delaware

How much does an IT Systems Administrator make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an IT Systems Administrator in Delaware is $90,489 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,133
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $82,316 to $93,967
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,874

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IT Systems Administrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,967	$7,831	$1,807	$45
Average	$90,489	$7,541	$1,740	$44
25th Percentile	$82,316	$6,860	$1,583	$40

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Key Factors That Influence IT Systems Administrator Salaries

An IT Systems 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 Systems Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an IT Systems 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): $87,378
Early Career (1-2 years): $87,637
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $90,233
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $91,512
Expert (over 8 years): $92,023

Levels	Salary
Entry Level IT Systems Administrator	$87,378
Intermediate Level IT Systems Administrator	$87,637
Senior Level IT Systems Administrator	$90,233
Specialist Level IT Systems Administrator	$91,512
Expert Level IT Systems Administrator	$92,023

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

District of Columbia: $98,933.
California: $98,558.
Massachusetts: $97,244.

District of Columbia $98,933 California $98,558 Massachusetts $97,244 Washington $96,887 New Jersey $96,851 Alaska $96,726 Connecticut $95,493 New York $94,993

Hawaii $93,393 Rhode Island $92,643 Maryland $92,133 Minnesota $91,436 Colorado $91,168 Illinois $91,079 Oregon $90,739 Delaware $90,489

New Hampshire $90,332 Virginia $89,980 Pennsylvania $88,952 Nevada $88,434 North Dakota $88,264 Michigan $87,996 Wisconsin $87,898 Vermont $87,701

Texas $87,156 Maine $87,121 Arizona $87,067 Ohio $87,004 Georgia $86,182 Indiana $85,771 Wyoming $85,691 Utah $85,566

Iowa $85,512 Kansas $85,083 Louisiana $84,958 North Carolina $84,913 Missouri $84,896 Florida $84,547 Montana $84,359 Nebraska $84,181

Kentucky $84,082 South Carolina $83,725 Tennessee $83,502 Idaho $83,412 New Mexico $82,760 Oklahoma $82,617 Alabama $82,090 South Dakota $81,205

Arkansas $80,723 West Virginia $80,464 Mississippi $79,686

Top Paying Cities for IT Systems 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: $90,082
Little Creek: $90,741
Magnolia: $90,611

Lincoln, DE $90,082 Little Creek, DE $90,741 Magnolia, DE $90,611 Milford, DE $90,310 Marydel, DE $90,459 Millsboro, DE $89,704 Millville, DE $89,842 Milton, DE $89,998

Nassau, DE $90,063 Ocean View, DE $89,827 Rehoboth Beach, DE $90,000 Seaford, DE $90,050 Selbyville, DE $89,678 Smyrna, DE $90,804 Viola, DE $90,386 Woodside, DE $90,629

Bear, DE $90,420 Newark, DE $90,386 Claymont, DE $90,571 Delaware City, DE $90,476 Hockessin, DE $90,378 Kirkwood, DE $90,459 Middletown, DE $90,494 Montchanin, DE $90,398

New Castle, DE $90,411 Odessa, DE $90,538 Port Penn, DE $90,599 Rockland, DE $90,407 Saint Georges, DE $90,465 Townsend, DE $90,604 Winterthur, DE $90,418 Lewes, DE $90,033

Wilmington, DE $90,382 Dover, DE $90,741 Dover Afb, DE $90,263 Bethany Beach, DE $89,732 Bethel, DE $89,825 Bridgeville, DE $90,037 Camden Wyoming, DE $90,486 Cheswold, DE $90,712

Clayton, DE $90,714 Dagsboro, DE $89,670 Delmar, DE $89,526 Ellendale, DE $89,798 Felton, DE $90,303 Fenwick Island, DE $89,689 Frankford, DE $89,533 Frederica, DE $90,393

Georgetown, DE $89,636 Greenwood, DE $90,051 Harbeson, DE $89,731 Harrington, DE $90,189 Hartly, DE $90,470 Houston, DE $90,060 Kenton, DE $90,719 Laurel, DE $89,582

Yorklyn, DE $90,404

IT Systems Administrator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For IT Systems Administrator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Hospitality & Leisure and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 23% above the average. In contrast, IT Systems Administrator positions in Insurance or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view IT Systems Administrator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an IT Systems Administrator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Hospitality & Leisure	$111,302	$54.0	23%
Aerospace & Defense	$106,777	$51.0	18%
Pharmaceuticals	$106,777	$51.0	18%
Energy & Utilities	$102,253	$49.0	13%
Software & Networking	$102,253	$49.0	13%

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

Understanding how an IT Systems 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.

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$82,316

Average $90,489/year

$93,967

$6,860

Average $7,541/month

$7,831

$1,583

Average $1,740/week

$1,807

$40

Average $44/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,967	$7,831	$1,807	$45
Average	$90,489	$7,541	$1,740	$44
25th Percentile	$82,316	$6,860	$1,583	$40

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IT Systems Administrator Salary in Delaware

How much does an IT Systems Administrator make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence IT Systems Administrator Salaries

How Experience Level Affects IT Systems Administrator Salaries?

How Do IT Systems Administrator Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for IT Systems Administrators

IT Systems Administrator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for an IT Systems Administrator

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

Salaries of jobs related to IT Systems Administrator

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