Technology Overland Park, KS Pop. 197,238

Systems Administrator Salary in Overland Park, Kansas

The median systems administrator salary in Overland Park, KS is $78,873 per year, which is 7% below the national median and 10.7% above the Kansas state average.

City Median
$78,873
vs State Avg
+$7,633
vs National
$-5,937
Cost of Living
96%

Systems Administrator Salary in Overland Park by Experience

In Overland Park, an entry-level systems administrator earns around $51,150, while experienced professionals earn up to $116,250 per year. The local cost of living index is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$51,150
$-3,850 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$79,980
$-6,020 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$116,250
$-8,750 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Overland Park, KS

Percentile Overland Park
10th Percentile $48,360
25th Percentile $62,310
Median (50th) $78,873
75th Percentile $100,440
90th Percentile $122,760

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How to Become a Systems Administrator in Overland Park

Education

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