Network and Computer Systems Administrators Salary in U.S. (2024)
In U.S., network and computer systems administrators earn $96,800 at the median — $46.54 an hour. The range runs from $60K at the entry level to $150K for experienced workers.
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AffordMap analysis of BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024
So what does $97K get you in U.S.?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, U.S.
Entry-level network and computer systems administrators (10th percentile) start around $60K. Mid-career wages sit at $97K.Top earners bring in $150K or more - a $90K spread from bottom to top.
Network and Computer Systems Administrators pay across states
Median income ranked highest to lowest, compared to the national figure
| State | Median salary | vs. national | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $114K | +18% | 1,480 |
| Maryland | $112K | +16% | 8,760 |
| California | $107K | +10% | 28,730 |
| Virginia | $107K | +10% | 13,830 |
| New Jersey | $105K | +8% | 10,300 |
| Massachusetts | $105K | +8% | 7,440 |
| New York | $104K | +7% | 19,770 |
| Washington | $104K | +7% | 8,930 |
| Connecticut | $103K | +6% | 2,050 |
| Rhode Island | $102K | +5% | 1,370 |
| Oregon | $101K | +4% | 4,120 |
| Hawaii | $100K | +4% | 2,130 |
| North Carolina | $98K | +1% | 13,080 |
| Illinois | $97K | -0% | 10,830 |
| Minnesota | $97K | -0% | 4,420 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do network and computer systems administrators make in U.S.?
The median is $96,800 a year - that works out to about $46.54 an hour. The range is wide: entry-level workers start around $60,320, and experienced network and computer systems administrators can clear $150,320. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $97K enough to live in U.S.?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $6,374/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,412/month, which eats 22.2% of your paycheck. That's under the 30% guideline most financial planners use, so the numbers work.
How far does a network and computer systems administrators salary go in U.S.?
U.S. has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median network and computer systems administrators salary is worth about $96,800 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do network and computer systems administrators get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.