Network and Computer Systems Administrators Salary in Northwest Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $84,270 -12.9% vs national
Median hourly $40.52
10th percentile $60,920
90th percentile $120,080
Employed locally 220
National median $96,800

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $60,920
    25th
    $72,170
    50th (median)
    $84,270
    75th
    $107,900
    90th
    $120,080

    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 Northwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Software Developers $99,460
    Computer User Support Specialists $59,330
    Computer Network Support Specialists $71,530
    Computer Occupations, All Other $89,480
    Computer Systems Analysts $83,200
    Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers $81,280

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Network and Computer Systems Administrators in Northwest Minnesota is $40.52, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.32 or more per hour.

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

    The median Network and Computer Systems Administrators salary in Northwest Minnesota is 12.9% 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 Northwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Network and Computer Systems Administrators (10th percentile) earn around $60,920 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $72,170.