Information Technology Network Administrator Salary in the United States

How much does an Information Technology Network Administrator make in the United States?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Information Technology Network Administrator in the United States is $73,607 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $84,739
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $68,910 to $79,434
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,633
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Information Technology Network Administrator Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $79,434 $6,619 $1,528 $38
Average $73,607 $6,134 $1,416 $35
25th Percentile $68,910 $5,742 $1,325 $33
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Key Factors That Influence Information Technology Network Administrator Salaries

An Information Technology 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Information Technology Network Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Information Technology 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): $73,830
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $91,980
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $110,332
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $126,385
  • Expert (over 8 years): $147,339
Levels Salary
Informati... Level Information Technology Network Administrator$73,830
Network A... Level Information Technology Network Administrator$91,980
Network A... Level Information Technology Network Administrator$110,332
Network A... Level Information Technology Network Administrator$126,385
Network A... Level Information Technology Network Administrator$147,339
$73,830 0 yr
$91,980 < 2 yrs
$110,332 2-4 yrs
$126,385 5-8 yrs
$147,339 > 8 yrs
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How Do Information Technology 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 Information Technology Network Administrators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $81,498.
  • California: $81,188.
  • Massachusetts: $80,106.

Top Paying Cities for Information Technology 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:

  • San Jose: $92,840
  • San Francisco: $91,928
  • Oakland: $89,889

What Skills Can Increase an Information Technology Network Administrator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 6.56% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • VMware (Mentioned in 3.05% Job Postings): Applying the VMware software to develop multiple virtual computer systems within a single server.
  • Installation (Mentioned in 2.15% Job Postings): The action or process of installing someone or something, or of being installed. the act of installing the state of being installed, something that is installed for use.
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Analysis 6.56%
VMware 3.05%
Installation 2.15%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Information Technology Network Administrator's salary.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Cisco: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • VMware: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Leadership
 $77,287
5%
Cisco
 $75,815
3%
VMware
 $75,815
3%
Communication Skills
 $75,815
3%
Active Directory
 $75,815
3%
Initiative
 $75,079
2%
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How Education impacts an Information Technology Network Administrator's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Information Technology Network Administrators enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Information Technology Network Administrator with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $65,654 and $69,652).

Information Technology Network Administrator Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Information Technology Network Administrator
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.7%
High School 22.9%
Associates 33.4%
Bachelors 38.8%
Masters 4.2%
Doctorate 0.1%
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Information Technology Network Administrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Information Technology 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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$68,910
Average $73,607/year
$79,434
$5,742
Average $6,134/month
$6,619
$1,325
Average $1,416/week
$1,528
$33
Average $35/hour
$38
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $79,434 $6,619 $1,528 $38
Average $73,607 $6,134 $1,416 $35
25th Percentile $68,910 $5,742 $1,325 $33

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Salary Trends for Information Technology Network Administrator

Salaries for an Information Technology Network Administrator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $67,666 in 2023 to around $67,791 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Information Technology Network Administrator salary trends, .

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