Technology Middletown, DE Pop. 22,350

Systems Administrator Salary in Middletown, Delaware

The median systems administrator salary in Middletown, DE is $83,114 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 3% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$83,114
vs State Avg
$-2,544
vs National
$-1,696
Cost of Living
98%

Systems Administrator Salary in Middletown by Experience

In Middletown, an entry-level systems administrator earns around $53,900, while experienced professionals earn up to $122,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$53,900
$-1,100 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$84,280
$-1,720 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$122,500
$-2,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Middletown, DE

Percentile Middletown
10th Percentile $50,960
25th Percentile $65,660
Median (50th) $83,114
75th Percentile $105,840
90th Percentile $129,360

Systems Administrator Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$89,051
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$86,506
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$83,962
Pop. 21,000
Dover, DE
$81,418
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Systems Administrator in Middletown

Education

Most systems administrator positions require a bachelor's degree. Middletown and the surrounding Delaware 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 Middletown may vary based on local industry and population growth.