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Systems Administrator Salary in Maryland

The median systems administrator salary in Maryland is $98,380 per year, which is 16.0% above the national median of $84,810.

Median Salary

$98,380

vs National

+$13,570

State Rank

#8 of 50

Cost of Living

110%

Systems Administrator Salary in Maryland by Experience

In Maryland, an entry-level systems administrator earns around $63,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $145,000 per year. The cost of living index in Maryland is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$63,800

+$8,800 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$99,760

+$13,760 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$145,000

+$20,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Maryland

Percentile	MD Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$60,320	$52,000	+$8,320
25th Percentile	$77,720	$67,000	+$10,720
Median (50th)	$98,380	$84,810	+$13,570
75th Percentile	$125,280	$108,000	+$17,280
90th Percentile	$153,120	$132,000	+$21,120

Systems Administrator Salary by City in Maryland

The largest employment areas for systems administrators in Maryland include Baltimore, Columbia, Silver Spring, and Germantown. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Baltimore, MD

$96,683

Pop. 585,708 · COL 108%

Columbia, MD

$105,164

Pop. 104,681 · COL 118%

Silver Spring, MD

$108,557

Pop. 81,015 · COL 122%

Germantown, MD

$102,620

Pop. 90,676 · COL 115%

Waldorf, MD

$94,139

Pop. 77,000 · COL 105%

How to Become a Systems Administrator in Maryland

Education

Most systems administrator positions require a bachelor's degree. Maryland has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

LinuxWindows ServerActive DirectoryNetworkingVirtualizationScripting

Job Outlook in Maryland

Nationally, systems administrator employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Maryland's demand may vary based on local industry trends.