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Systems Administrator Salary in Birmingham, Alabama

The median systems administrator salary in Birmingham, AL is $72,089 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 3.7% above the Alabama state average.

City Median
$72,089
vs State Avg
+$2,545
vs National
$-12,721
Cost of Living
90%

Systems Administrator Salary in Birmingham by Experience

In Birmingham, an entry-level systems administrator earns around $46,750, while experienced professionals earn up to $106,250 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$46,750
$-8,250 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$73,100
$-12,900 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$106,250
$-18,750 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Birmingham, AL

Percentile Birmingham
10th Percentile $44,200
25th Percentile $56,950
Median (50th) $72,089
75th Percentile $91,800
90th Percentile $112,200

Systems Administrator Salary in Other Alabama Cities

How to Become a Systems Administrator in Birmingham

Education

Most systems administrator positions require a bachelor's degree. Birmingham and the surrounding Alabama area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

LinuxWindows ServerActive DirectoryNetworkingVirtualizationScripting

Job Outlook

Nationally, systems administrator employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Birmingham may vary based on local industry and population growth.