Systems administrator salary in Nashville, TN

The average salary for a Systems Administrator is $85,527 per year in Nashville, TN. This figure is based on 52 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on June 19, 2026.

Find your next high paying job as a Systems Administrator in Nashville, TN on Indeed today

Systems Administrator salaries in Nashville, TN typically range between a low of $55,131 and a high of $116,694 per year, depending on experience and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Systems Administrator in Nashville, TN include Arnold AFB, TN at $95,353 per year, Tullahoma, TN at $93,334 per year, and Knoxville, TN at $88,674 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Systems Administrator in Nashville, TN include Tritium ($145,000 per year) and Metropolis ($125,000 per year).

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

• Junior Systems Administrator: Average $59,793 per year
• Senior Systems Administrator: Average $105,792 per year