Windows Administrator Salary in the United States

Windows Administrator Salary

How much does a Windows Administrator make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Windows Administrator in the United States is $115,112. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $103,983 to $124,976, with most professionals earning between $93,851 and $133,956.

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Windows Administrator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Windows Administrator Salary $93,851 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Windows Administrator Salary $103,983 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Windows Administrator Salary $115,112 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Windows Administrator Salary $124,976 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Windows Administrator Salary $133,956 US April 01, 2025
25% $103,983 10% $93,851 90% $133,956 75% $124,976 $115,112 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Systems Administrator II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Windows Administrator

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Systems Administrator IV

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Windows Administrator in the United States. The base salary for Windows Administrator ranges from $103,983 to $124,976 with the average base salary of $115,112. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $103,983 to $124,976 with the average total cash compensation of $115,112.

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