What are the main factors that influence a Systems Administrator V's salary?

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

How does experience change A Systems Administrator 's salary?

A Systems Administrator 's salary grows with experience: a Systems Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $123,644, a Systems Administrator IV (7+ years)earns $143,640, a Systems Administrator V (7-10 years)earns $168,868, a Systems Administration Supervisor (10+ years)earns $125,904, a Systems Administration Senior Supervisor (10+ years)earns $136,319,

What are the highest paying states for a Systems Administrator V?

Systems Administrator V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Systems Administrator V roles are District of Columbia $167,988, California $167,350, Massachusetts $165,120. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Systems Administrator roles make?

Salaries for Systems Administrator level roles vary by specialization: Enterprise Systems Engineer V: $165,300; Systems Engineer V: $165,271; Operating Systems Administrator V: $151,800; Systems Maintenance Administrator V: $151,790; Classified Security Administrator V: $148,167.

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Systems Administrator V Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Systems Administrator V make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Systems Administrator V in District of Columbia is $168,868 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $81.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $182,840
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $160,185 to $176,181
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $152,280

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Systems Administrator V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$176,181	$14,682	$3,388	$85
Average	$168,868	$14,072	$3,247	$81
25th Percentile	$160,185	$13,349	$3,080	$77

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Key Factors That Influence Systems Administrator V Salaries

A Systems Administrator V'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 Systems Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Systems Administrator V'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:

Systems Administrator III (4-7 years): $123,644
Systems Administrator IV (7+ years): $143,640
Systems Administrator V (7-10 years): $168,868
Systems Administration Supervisor (10+ years): $125,904
Systems Administration Senior Supervisor (10+ years): $136,319

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Systems Administrator III	4-7 years	$123,644
Systems Administrator IV	7+ years	$143,640
Systems Administrator V	7-10 years	$168,868
Systems Administration Supervisor	10+ years	$125,904
Systems Administration Senior Supervisor	10+ years	$136,319

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How Do Systems Administrator V 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 Systems Administrator Vs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $167,988.
California: $167,350.
Massachusetts: $165,120.

District of Columbia $167,988 California $167,350 Massachusetts $165,120 Washington $164,513 New Jersey $164,453 Alaska $164,240 Connecticut $162,146 New York $161,297

Hawaii $158,581 Rhode Island $157,306 Maryland $156,442 Minnesota $155,258 Colorado $154,803 Illinois $154,651 Oregon $154,075 Delaware $153,650

New Hampshire $153,383 Virginia $152,785 Pennsylvania $151,040 Nevada $150,160 North Dakota $149,872 Michigan $149,417 Wisconsin $149,250 Vermont $148,916

Texas $147,991 Maine $147,930 Arizona $147,839 Ohio $147,733 Georgia $146,337 Indiana $145,639 Wyoming $145,502 Utah $145,290

Iowa $145,199 Kansas $144,471 Louisiana $144,258 North Carolina $144,182 Missouri $144,152 Florida $143,560 Montana $143,242 Nebraska $142,938

Kentucky $142,771 South Carolina $142,164 Tennessee $141,785 Idaho $141,633 New Mexico $140,526 Oklahoma $140,283 Alabama $139,388 South Dakota $137,886

Arkansas $137,067 West Virginia $136,627 Mississippi $135,307

Top Paying Cities for Systems Administrator Vs

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:

Parcel Return Service: $167,988
Washington: $167,988
Naval Anacost Annex: $167,988

Parcel Return Service, DC $167,988 Washington, DC $167,988 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $167,988 Washington Navy Yard, DC $167,988

Systems Administrator V Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Systems Administrator V'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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$160,185

Average $168,868/year

$176,181

$13,349

Average $14,072/month

$14,682

$3,080

Average $3,247/week

$3,388

$77

Average $81/hour

$85

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$176,181	$14,682	$3,388	$85
Average	$168,868	$14,072	$3,247	$81
25th Percentile	$160,185	$13,349	$3,080	$77

Systems Administrator V Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Systems Administrator V, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Systems Administration Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $125,904 - a projected growth of -25% over your current level.

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