Network and Computer Systems Administrators Salary in Maryland

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Maryland nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $81,600 -15.7% vs national
Median hourly $39.23
10th percentile $48,470
90th percentile $142,580
Employed locally 130
National median $96,800

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,470
    25th
    $65,440
    50th (median)
    $81,600
    75th
    $109,240
    90th
    $142,580

    Top-paying metros for Network and Computer Systems Administrators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $128,620
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $127,030
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $124,050
    Fort Collins-Loveland, CO $122,110
    Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD $119,150
    District of Columbia $114,140

    Related occupations in Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Computer User Support Specialists $54,840
    Software Developers $132,590
    Computer Systems Analysts $90,170
    Computer Network Support Specialists $80,420
    Computer Occupations, All Other $78,500
    Web Developers $111,750

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Network and Computer Systems Administrators make per hour in Maryland?

    The median hourly wage for Network and Computer Systems Administrators in Maryland is $39.23, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.14 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Network and Computer Systems Administrators salaries?

    The median Network and Computer Systems Administrators salary in Maryland is 15.7% below the national median of $96,800. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Network and Computer Systems Administrators in Maryland?

    Entry-level Network and Computer Systems Administrators (10th percentile) earn around $48,470 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $65,440.