As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for networking administrator in the US is $81,800, equivalent to $39 per hour, $1,573 weekly, or $6,817 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for networking administrator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for networking administrator in the US vary widely, spanning from $66,752 to $87,749. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($73,923) and 75th percentile ($84,914), while top earners (90th percentile) make $87,749 per year. This $10,991 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Azure, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia networking administrator often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 22 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
networking administrator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile networking administrator Salary $66,752 US July 01, 2026
25th Percentile networking administrator Salary $73,923 US July 01, 2026
50th Percentile networking administrator Salary $81,800 US July 01, 2026
75th Percentile networking administrator Salary $84,914 US July 01, 2026
90th Percentile networking administrator Salary $87,749 US July 01, 2026
25% $73,923 10% $66,752 90% $87,749 75% $84,914 $81,800 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is A networking administrator ?

A networking administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining an organization's computer networks, ensuring optimal performance and security. Key duties include configuring network hardware, monitoring network performance, troubleshooting issues, and implementing security measures. The role often involves collaborating with IT teams to design network infrastructure and support users with connectivity problems. Salaries for networking administrators can vary widely based on factors such as experience, education, location, and the size of the organization. On average, networking admin...

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