How much does a Red Hat System Administrator make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Red Hat System Administrator in the United States is $66,253. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $52,399 to a high of $77,146, with most professionals earning between $59,001 and $71,955.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Red Hat System Administrator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Red Hat System Administrator Salary $52,399 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Red Hat System Administrator Salary $59,001 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Red Hat System Administrator Salary $66,253 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Red Hat System Administrator Salary $71,955 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Red Hat System Administrator Salary $77,146 US April 01, 2025
25% $59,001 10% $52,399 90% $77,146 75% $71,955 $66,253 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Red Hat System Administrator

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
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