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Systems Application Administrator

Average Systems Application Administrator Salary

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$65,567
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$48k
MEDIAN
$66k
90%
$92k

The average salary for a Systems Application Administrator is $65,567 in 2025

Base Salary
$48k - $92k
Bonus
$516 - $9k
Profit Sharing
$508 - $8k
Commission
$512 - $3k
Total Pay
$44k - $92k
Based on 11,829 salary profiles (last updated Dec 07 2022)
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3.8 out of 5
(2,107)
Highly Satisfied
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Common Health Benefits for a Systems Application Administrator

Medical
85%
Dental
77%
Vision
70%
None
14%

Gender Breakdown for Systems Application Administrators

Male
83.2%
Female
16.0%
Prefer to self-define
0.8%
This data is based on 5,440 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Systems Application Administrators

What is the highest pay for Systems Application Administrators?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Systems Application Administrator is $92k / year

What is the lowest pay for Systems Application Administrators?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Systems Application Administrator is $48k / year

How can Systems Application Administrators increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Systems Application Administrator is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Systems Application Administrator that oversees more junior Systems Application Administrators, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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