Technology Hattiesburg, MS Pop. 48,728

Systems Administrator Salary in Hattiesburg, Mississippi

The median systems administrator salary in Hattiesburg, MS is $61,063 per year, which is 28% below the national median and 4% below the Mississippi state average.

City Median
$61,063
vs State Avg
$-2,545
vs National
$-23,747
Cost of Living
80%

Systems Administrator Salary in Hattiesburg by Experience

In Hattiesburg, an entry-level systems administrator earns around $39,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $90,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 80% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$39,600
$-15,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$61,920
$-24,080 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$90,000
$-35,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Hattiesburg, MS

Percentile Hattiesburg
10th Percentile $37,440
25th Percentile $48,240
Median (50th) $61,063
75th Percentile $77,760
90th Percentile $95,040

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How to Become a Systems Administrator in Hattiesburg

Education

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