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Systems Administrator Salary in Gresham, Oregon

The median systems administrator salary in Gresham, OR is $96,683 per year, which is 14.0% above the national median and 1.7% below the Oregon state average.

City Median
$96,683
vs State Avg
$-1,697
vs National
+$11,873
Cost of Living
108%

Systems Administrator Salary in Gresham by Experience

In Gresham, an entry-level systems administrator earns around $62,700, while experienced professionals earn up to $142,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 108% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$62,700
+$7,700 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$98,040
+$12,040 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$142,500
+$17,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Gresham, OR

Percentile Gresham
10th Percentile $59,280
25th Percentile $76,380
Median (50th) $96,683
75th Percentile $123,120
90th Percentile $150,480

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How to Become a Systems Administrator in Gresham

Education

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