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Systems Administrator Salary in Jacksonville, Florida

The median systems administrator salary in Jacksonville, FL is $82,266 per year, which is 3% below the national median and 3% below the Florida state average.

City Median
$82,266
vs State Avg
$-2,544
vs National
$-2,544
Cost of Living
95%

Systems Administrator Salary in Jacksonville by Experience

In Jacksonville, an entry-level systems administrator earns around $53,350, while experienced professionals earn up to $121,250 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$53,350
$-1,650 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$83,420
$-2,580 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$121,250
$-3,750 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Jacksonville, FL

Percentile Jacksonville
10th Percentile $50,440
25th Percentile $64,990
Median (50th) $82,266
75th Percentile $104,760
90th Percentile $128,040

Systems Administrator Salary in Other Florida Cities

How to Become a Systems Administrator in Jacksonville

Education

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