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Systems Administrator Salary in Portland, Oregon

The median systems administrator salary in Portland, OR is $105,164 per year, which is 24.0% above the national median and 6.9% above the Oregon state average.

City Median
$105,164
vs State Avg
+$6,784
vs National
+$20,354
Cost of Living
118%

Systems Administrator Salary in Portland by Experience

In Portland, an entry-level systems administrator earns around $68,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $155,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 118% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$68,200
+$13,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$106,640
+$20,640 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$155,000
+$30,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Portland, OR

Percentile Portland
10th Percentile $64,480
25th Percentile $83,080
Median (50th) $105,164
75th Percentile $133,920
90th Percentile $163,680

Systems Administrator Salary in Other Oregon Cities

How to Become a Systems Administrator in Portland

Education

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