Web Server Administrator Salary in the United States

How much does a Web Server Administrator make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Web Server Administrator in the United States is $80,528 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, a Web Server Administrator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $92,673
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,326 to $86,885
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,589
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Web Server Administrator Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $86,885 $7,240 $1,671 $42
Average $80,528 $6,711 $1,549 $39
25th Percentile $75,326 $6,277 $1,449 $36
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Key Factors That Influence Web Server Administrator Salaries

A Web Server 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Web Server Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Web Server 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): $79,300
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $79,661
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $81,406
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $84,301
  • Expert (over 8 years): $84,508
Levels Salary
Entry Level Web Server Administrator$79,300
Intermediate Level Web Server Administrator$79,661
Senior Level Web Server Administrator$81,406
Specialist Level Web Server Administrator$84,301
Expert Level Web Server Administrator$84,508
$79,300 0 yr
$79,661 < 2 yrs
$81,406 2-4 yrs
$84,301 5-8 yrs
$84,508 > 8 yrs
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How Do Web Server 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 Web Server Administrators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $89,161.
  • California: $88,822.
  • Massachusetts: $87,639.

Top Paying Cities for Web Server 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: $101,570
  • San Francisco: $100,572
  • Oakland: $98,341

What Skills Can Increase a Web Server Administrator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Accountability (Mentioned in 5.32% Job Postings): Setting and holding oneself and others to stated expectations by associating tasks with our business's mission, values, and goals.
  • Staff Development (Mentioned in 3.07% Job Postings): Refers to all the policies, practices, and procedures used to develop the knowledge, skills, and competencies of staff to improve the effectiveness and efficiency both of the individual and the University.
  • Data Collection (Mentioned in 1.85% 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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Skills Demand Percentage
Accountability 5.32%
Staff Development 3.07%
Data Collection 1.85%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
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 a Web Server Administrator's salary.
  • Staff Development: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Effective Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Data Collection: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Staff Development
 $91,802
14%
Effective Communication
 $86,970
8%
Data Collection
 $86,165
7%
Innovation
 $86,165
7%
Coordination
 $86,165
7%
Leadership
 $85,360
6%
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How Education impacts a Web Server Administrator's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Web Server Administrators enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Web Server Administrator with a Associate's Degree is between $79,909 and $84,243).

Web Server Administrator Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Web Server Administrator
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 3.8%
High School 3.8%
Associates 55.9%
Bachelors 34.4%
Masters 5.9%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Web Server Administrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Web Server 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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$75,326
Average $80,528/year
$86,885
$6,277
Average $6,711/month
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$1,449
Average $1,549/week
$1,671
$36
Average $39/hour
$42
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $86,885 $7,240 $1,671 $42
Average $80,528 $6,711 $1,549 $39
25th Percentile $75,326 $6,277 $1,449 $36

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Salary Trends for Web Server Administrator

Salaries for a Web Server Administrator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $83,081 in 2023 to around $81,110 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Web Server Administrator salary trends, .

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