What are the main factors that influence a Windows 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 Windows Systems Administrator?

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

How does experience change A Windows Systems Administrator's salary?

A Windows Systems Administrator's salary grows with experience: a Systems Administrator I (0-2 years)earns $74,388, a Windows Systems Administrator (2-4 years)earns $94,760, a Systems Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $112,223, a Systems Administrator IV (7+ years)earns $130,398, a Systems Administrator V (7-10 years)earns $153,233,

What are the highest paying states for a Windows Systems Administrator?

Windows Systems Administrator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Windows Systems Administrator roles are District of Columbia $102,814, California $102,424, Massachusetts $101,059. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Windows Systems Administrator level roles vary by specialization: Senior Windows Systems Engineer: $163,009; Systems Administrator IV: $129,124; Windows Administrator: $116,427; Windows Systems Engineer: $115,713; Systems Administrator: $111,178.

Windows Systems Administrator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Windows Systems Administrator make in Delaware?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Windows Systems Administrator in Delaware is $94,039 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $102,716
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $83,663 to $98,581
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,216

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Windows Systems Administrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,581	$8,215	$1,896	$47
Average	$94,039	$7,837	$1,808	$45
25th Percentile	$83,663	$6,972	$1,609	$40

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Key Factors That Influence Windows Systems Administrator Salaries

A Windows 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 Windows Systems Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Windows 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): $74,388
Early Career (1-2 years): $94,760
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $112,223
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $130,398
Expert (over 8 years): $153,233

Levels	Salary
Systems A... Level Windows Systems Administrator	$74,388
Windows S... Level Windows Systems Administrator	$94,760
Systems A... Level Windows Systems Administrator	$112,223
Systems A... Level Windows Systems Administrator	$130,398
Systems A... Level Windows Systems Administrator	$153,233

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

District of Columbia: $102,814.
California: $102,424.
Massachusetts: $101,059.

District of Columbia $102,814 California $102,424 Massachusetts $101,059 Washington $100,688 New Jersey $100,651 Alaska $100,521 Connecticut $99,239 New York $98,719

Hawaii $97,057 Rhode Island $96,277 Maryland $95,748 Minnesota $95,023 Colorado $94,745 Illinois $94,652 Oregon $94,299 Delaware $94,039

New Hampshire $93,876 Virginia $93,510 Pennsylvania $92,442 Nevada $91,903 North Dakota $91,727 Michigan $91,448 Wisconsin $91,346 Vermont $91,142

Texas $90,575 Maine $90,538 Arizona $90,483 Ohio $90,418 Georgia $89,563 Indiana $89,136 Wyoming $89,053 Utah $88,923

Iowa $88,867 Kansas $88,421 Louisiana $88,291 North Carolina $88,245 Missouri $88,226 Florida $87,864 Montana $87,669 Nebraska $87,483

Kentucky $87,381 South Carolina $87,010 Tennessee $86,777 Idaho $86,685 New Mexico $86,007 Oklahoma $85,858 Alabama $85,310 South Dakota $84,391

Arkansas $83,890 West Virginia $83,620 Mississippi $82,812

Top Paying Cities for Windows 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: $93,616
Little Creek: $94,301
Magnolia: $94,165

Lincoln, DE $93,616 Little Creek, DE $94,301 Magnolia, DE $94,165 Milford, DE $93,853 Marydel, DE $94,008 Millsboro, DE $93,223 Millville, DE $93,367 Milton, DE $93,528

Nassau, DE $93,596 Ocean View, DE $93,351 Rehoboth Beach, DE $93,530 Seaford, DE $93,583 Selbyville, DE $93,196 Smyrna, DE $94,366 Viola, DE $93,931 Woodside, DE $94,184

Bear, DE $93,967 Newark, DE $93,931 Claymont, DE $94,124 Delaware City, DE $94,025 Hockessin, DE $93,923 Kirkwood, DE $94,008 Middletown, DE $94,044 Montchanin, DE $93,944

New Castle, DE $93,958 Odessa, DE $94,090 Port Penn, DE $94,153 Rockland, DE $93,954 Saint Georges, DE $94,014 Townsend, DE $94,159 Winterthur, DE $93,965 Lewes, DE $93,565

Wilmington, DE $93,928 Dover, DE $94,301 Dover Afb, DE $93,804 Bethany Beach, DE $93,253 Bethel, DE $93,349 Bridgeville, DE $93,569 Camden Wyoming, DE $94,035 Cheswold, DE $94,270

Clayton, DE $94,273 Dagsboro, DE $93,188 Delmar, DE $93,038 Ellendale, DE $93,320 Felton, DE $93,846 Fenwick Island, DE $93,208 Frankford, DE $93,046 Frederica, DE $93,939

Georgetown, DE $93,152 Greenwood, DE $93,584 Harbeson, DE $93,252 Harrington, DE $93,727 Hartly, DE $94,019 Houston, DE $93,593 Kenton, DE $94,278 Laurel, DE $93,097

Yorklyn, DE $93,951

Windows Systems Administrator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

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

The top paying industries for a Windows Systems Administrator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$112,847	$54.0	20%
Biotechnology	$108,145	$52.0	15%
Insurance	$105,324	$51.0	12%
Energy & Utilities	$103,443	$50.0	10%
Financial Services	$103,443	$50.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Windows 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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$83,663

Average $94,039/year

$98,581

$6,972

Average $7,837/month

$8,215

$1,609

Average $1,808/week

$1,896

$40

Average $45/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,581	$8,215	$1,896	$47
Average	$94,039	$7,837	$1,808	$45
25th Percentile	$83,663	$6,972	$1,609	$40

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Windows Systems Administrator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Windows Systems Administrator make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence Windows Systems Administrator Salaries

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Top Paying Cities for Windows Systems Administrators

Windows Systems Administrator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for a Windows Systems Administrator

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