As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for SAS Administrator in the US is $73,142, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,407 weekly, or $6,095 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for SAS Administrator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for SAS Administrator in the US vary widely, spanning from $61,062 to $81,398. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($66,819) and 75th percentile ($77,464), while top earners (90th percentile) make $81,398 per year. This $10,645 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 SAS Administrator often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 14 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
SAS Administrator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile SAS Administrator Salary $61,062 US September 01, 2026
25th Percentile SAS Administrator Salary $66,819 US September 01, 2026
50th Percentile SAS Administrator Salary $73,142 US September 01, 2026
75th Percentile SAS Administrator Salary $77,464 US September 01, 2026
90th Percentile SAS Administrator Salary $81,398 US September 01, 2026
25% $66,819 10% $61,062 90% $81,398 75% $77,464 $73,142 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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