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Systems Administrator Salary in Madison, Wisconsin

The median systems administrator salary in Madison, WI is $84,810 per year, which is 0.0% above the national median and 8.7% above the Wisconsin state average.

City Median
$84,810
vs State Avg
+$6,785
vs National
+$0
Cost of Living
100%

Systems Administrator Salary in Madison by Experience

In Madison, an entry-level systems administrator earns around $55,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $125,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 100% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$55,000
+$0 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$86,000
+$0 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$125,000
+$0 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Madison, WI

Percentile Madison
10th Percentile $52,000
25th Percentile $67,000
Median (50th) $84,810
75th Percentile $108,000
90th Percentile $132,000

Systems Administrator Salary in Other Wisconsin Cities

How to Become a Systems Administrator in Madison

Education

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