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IT administrator salary in United States

How much does an IT Administrator make in the United States?

Average base salary

$79,301
Average $79,301
Low $52,343
High $120,144

The average salary for a it administrator is $79,301 per year in the United States. 651 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated October 12, 2026).

IT Administrator job openings in United States

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IT Administrator
Raleigh, NC
$56,778 - $121,544 a year
2 weeks ago

Highest paying companies for IT Administrator in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
CBTS
 
$192,400per year
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RWDY Inc
 
$184,860per year
Apple
 
$181,300per year
MITRE
 
$181,000per year
Galvanize
 
$170,000per year
Outschool
 
$160,000per year

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Highest paying cities for IT Administrators near United States

  1. Atlanta, GA
    $111,825 per year
  2. San Francisco, CA
    $104,233 per year
  3. New York, NY
    $102,304 per year
  4. Los Angeles, CA
    $91,373 per year
  5. Baltimore, MD
    $83,991 per year

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about IT Administrator

The average salary for an IT Administrator is $79,301 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 651 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on October 12, 2026.

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IT Administrator salaries typically range between a low of $52,343 and a high of $120,144 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for IT Administrator include Atlanta, GA at $111,825 per year, San Francisco, CA at $104,233 per year, and New York, NY at $102,304 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for IT Administrator include CBTS ($192,400 per year) and RWDY Inc ($184,860 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average IT Administrator salary compares to related positions:

  • Junior IT Administrator: Average $60,402 per year
  • Senior IT Administrator: Average $102,186 per year

How much do similar professions as IT Administrator get paid in United States?

Junior IT Administrator

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Average $60,402 per year