Network and Computer Systems Administrators Salary in South Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $83,070 -14.2% vs national
Median hourly $39.94
10th percentile $50,550
90th percentile $117,260
Employed locally 80
National median $96,800

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,550
    25th
    $63,080
    50th (median)
    $83,070
    75th
    $103,880
    90th
    $117,260

    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 South Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Computer User Support Specialists $46,290
    Software Developers $122,120
    Computer Systems Analysts $87,200
    Computer Network Support Specialists $51,470
    Computer Occupations, All Other $98,700
    Information Security Analysts $105,050

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Network and Computer Systems Administrators in South Illinois is $39.94, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $55.18 or more per hour.

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

    The median Network and Computer Systems Administrators salary in South Illinois is 14.2% 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 South Illinois?

    Entry-level Network and Computer Systems Administrators (10th percentile) earn around $50,550 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $63,080.