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Systems Administrator Salary in Honolulu, Hawaii

The median systems administrator salary in Honolulu, HI is $144,177 per year, which is 70.0% above the national median and 3.0% above the Hawaii state average.

City Median
$144,177
vs State Avg
+$4,240
vs National
+$59,367
Cost of Living
175%

Systems Administrator Salary in Honolulu by Experience

In Honolulu, an entry-level systems administrator earns around $93,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $212,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 175% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$93,500
+$38,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$146,200
+$60,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$212,500
+$87,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Honolulu, HI

Percentile Honolulu
10th Percentile $88,400
25th Percentile $113,900
Median (50th) $144,177
75th Percentile $183,600
90th Percentile $224,400

Systems Administrator Salary in Other Hawaii Cities

How to Become a Systems Administrator in Honolulu

Education

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