Access Control Administrator Salary in the United States

How much does an Access Control Administrator make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Access Control Administrator in the United States is $79,650 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $95,275
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,601 to $87,829
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,183
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Access Control Administrator Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $87,829 $7,319 $1,689 $42
Average $79,650 $6,638 $1,532 $38
25th Percentile $72,601 $6,050 $1,396 $35
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Key Factors That Influence Access Control Administrator Salaries

An Access Control 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 Do Access Control 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 Access Control Administrators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $88,188.
  • California: $87,854.
  • Massachusetts: $86,683.

Top Paying Cities for Access Control 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:

  • San Jose: $100,463
  • San Francisco: $99,475
  • Oakland: $97,269

What Skills Can Increase an Access Control Administrator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Integrity (Mentioned in 17.33% Job Postings): Is about having strong principles and values, which you demonstrate through your conduct in the work environment. A common integrity definition states that people with integrity do the right thing even when nobody is watching.
  • Petrochemicals (Mentioned in 1.72% Job Postings): The petrochemicals industry sources raw materials from refining and gas-processing and converts these raw materials into valuable products using a variety of chemical process technologies you must have TECHNICAL SKILLS
  • Data Collection (Mentioned in 1.11% Job Postings): Data collection is the process of gathering and measuring information on targeted variables in an established system, which then enables one to answer relevant questions and evaluate outcomes. Data collection is a component of research in all fields of study including physical and social sciences, humanities, and business. While methods vary by discipline, the emphasis on ensuring accurate and honest collection remains the same. The goal for all data collection is to capture quality evidence that allows analysis to lead to the formulation of convincing and credible answers to the questions that have been posed.
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Integrity 17.33%
Petrochemicals 1.72%
Data Collection 1.11%
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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 Access Control Administrator's salary.
  • Insight: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Health Information Management: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Decision Making: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Insight
 $91,598
15%
Health Information Management
 $91,598
15%
Decision Making
 $90,005
13%
Data System
 $89,208
12%
Data Quality
 $88,412
11%
Products and Services
 $86,819
9%
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Access Control Administrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Access Control 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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Last Updated on April 01, 2026
$72,601
Average $79,650/year
$87,829
$6,050
Average $6,638/month
$7,319
$1,396
Average $1,532/week
$1,689
$35
Average $38/hour
$42
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $87,829 $7,319 $1,689 $42
Average $79,650 $6,638 $1,532 $38
25th Percentile $72,601 $6,050 $1,396 $35

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Salary Trends for Access Control Administrator

Salaries for an Access Control Administrator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $93,733 in 2023 to around $92,293 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Access Control Administrator salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Access Control Administrator Over Time

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