What are the main factors that influence a Computer Network Administrator's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Computer Network Administrator's salary?

A Computer Network Administrator's salary grows with experience: a Computer Network Administrator (0-2 years)earns $76,021, a Network Administrator II (2-4 years)earns $94,709, a Network Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $113,629, a Network Administrator IV (7+ years)earns $130,154, a Network Administrator V (7-10 years)earns $151,708,

What are the highest paying states for a Computer Network Administrator?

Computer Network Administrator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Computer Network Administrator roles are District of Columbia $81,692, California $81,382, Massachusetts $80,297. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Computer Network Administrator roles make?

Salaries for Computer Network Administrator level roles vary by specialization: Computer Network Support Specialists: $124,253; Network Administrator: $110,162; Computer Network Analyst: $108,159; Computer Network Manager: $87,088; Computer Network Management: $82,374.

Computer Network Administrator Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Computer Network Administrator make in Rhode Island?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer Network Administrator in Rhode Island is $76,498 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $88,888
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,876 to $82,983
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,667

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Computer Network Administrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,983	$6,915	$1,596	$40
Average	$76,498	$6,375	$1,471	$37
25th Percentile	$71,876	$5,990	$1,382	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Computer Network Administrator Salaries

A Computer Network 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 Computer Network Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computer Network 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): $76,021
Early Career (1-2 years): $94,709
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $113,629
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $130,154
Expert (over 8 years): $151,708

Levels	Salary
Computer ... Level Computer Network Administrator	$76,021
Network A... Level Computer Network Administrator	$94,709
Network A... Level Computer Network Administrator	$113,629
Network A... Level Computer Network Administrator	$130,154
Network A... Level Computer Network Administrator	$151,708

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

District of Columbia: $81,692.
California: $81,382.
Massachusetts: $80,297.

District of Columbia $81,692 California $81,382 Massachusetts $80,297 Washington $80,002 New Jersey $79,973 Alaska $79,870 Connecticut $78,851 New York $78,438

Hawaii $77,117 Rhode Island $76,498 Maryland $76,077 Minnesota $75,502 Colorado $75,280 Illinois $75,207 Oregon $74,926 Delaware $74,720

New Hampshire $74,590 Virginia $74,299 Pennsylvania $73,450 Nevada $73,023 North Dakota $72,882 Michigan $72,661 Wisconsin $72,580 Vermont $72,418

Texas $71,967 Maine $71,938 Arizona $71,894 Ohio $71,842 Georgia $71,163 Indiana $70,824 Wyoming $70,757 Utah $70,654

Iowa $70,610 Kansas $70,256 Louisiana $70,152 North Carolina $70,116 Missouri $70,101 Florida $69,813 Montana $69,658 Nebraska $69,510

Kentucky $69,429 South Carolina $69,134 Tennessee $68,950 Idaho $68,876 New Mexico $68,337 Oklahoma $68,219 Alabama $67,784 South Dakota $67,054

Arkansas $66,655 West Virginia $66,441 Mississippi $65,799

Top Paying Cities for Computer Network 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:

Adamsville: $77,752
Albion: $76,461
Ashaway: $78,047

Adamsville, RI $77,752 Albion, RI $76,461 Ashaway, RI $78,047 Barrington, RI $76,461 Block Island, RI $77,641 Bradford, RI $77,995 Bristol, RI $76,387 Carolina, RI $77,361

Charlestown, RI $77,442 Chepachet, RI $76,313 Clayville, RI $76,387 Coventry, RI $76,313 West Greenwich, RI $76,262 East Greenwich, RI $76,365 Exeter, RI $77,995 Fiskeville, RI $76,461

Forestdale, RI $76,387 Foster, RI $76,262 Glendale, RI $76,262 Greene, RI $77,117 Greenville, RI $76,461 Harmony, RI $76,439 Harrisville, RI $76,313 Hope, RI $76,461

Hope Valley, RI $78,047 Hopkinton, RI $78,069 Jamestown, RI $77,287 Kenyon, RI $77,973 Little Compton, RI $77,722 Manville, RI $76,461 Mapleville, RI $76,262 Newport, RI $77,302

Middletown, RI $77,627 North Kingstown, RI $76,239 North Scituate, RI $76,439 Oakland, RI $76,335 Pascoag, RI $76,291 Pawtucket, RI $76,461 Central Falls, RI $76,461 Cumberland, RI $76,461

Lincoln, RI $76,461 Portsmouth, RI $76,992 Prudence Island, RI $76,313 Rockville, RI $78,069 Saunderstown, RI $77,331 Shannock, RI $77,951 Slatersville, RI $76,387 Slocum, RI $77,331

Tiverton, RI $77,774 Wakefield, RI $77,250 Kingston, RI $77,265 Narragansett, RI $77,280 Peace Dale, RI $77,250 Warren, RI $76,439 Warwick, RI $76,461 Westerly, RI $78,091

West Kingston, RI $77,309 West Warwick, RI $76,461 Wood River Junction, RI $77,995 Woonsocket, RI $76,387 North Smithfield, RI $76,439 Wyoming, RI $77,973 Providence, RI $76,461 Cranston, RI $76,461

North Providence, RI $76,461 East Providence, RI $76,461 Riverside, RI $76,461 Rumford, RI $76,461 Smithfield, RI $76,461 Johnston, RI $76,461

Computer Network Administrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Computer Network 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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$71,876

Average $76,498/year

$82,983

$5,990

Average $6,375/month

$6,915

$1,382

Average $1,471/week

$1,596

$35

Average $37/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,983	$6,915	$1,596	$40
Average	$76,498	$6,375	$1,471	$37
25th Percentile	$71,876	$5,990	$1,382	$35

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