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Systems Administrator Salary in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

The median systems administrator salary in Milwaukee, WI is $78,025 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 0.0% above the Wisconsin state average.

City Median
$78,025
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-6,785
Cost of Living
92%

Systems Administrator Salary in Milwaukee by Experience

In Milwaukee, an entry-level systems administrator earns around $50,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $115,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$50,600
$-4,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$79,120
$-6,880 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$115,000
$-10,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Milwaukee, WI

Percentile Milwaukee
10th Percentile $47,840
25th Percentile $61,640
Median (50th) $78,025
75th Percentile $99,360
90th Percentile $121,440

Systems Administrator Salary in Other Wisconsin Cities

How to Become a Systems Administrator in Milwaukee

Education

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