SOC 15-1244 · California · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Network and Computer Systems Administrators in California is $114,228 per year ($54.92/hr). This is 18% higher than the national median of $96,803. The middle 50% earn between $89,512 and $145,595 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $177,379.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $34.22 | $71,178 | +18.0% |
| P25 | $43.03 | $89,512 | +18.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $54.92 | $114,228 | +18.0% |
| P75 | $70.00 | $145,595 | +18.0% |
| P90 | $85.28 | $177,379 | +18.0% |
Information sector openings declined modestly (-9K) in February. Quit rates dropped to 1.3%, the lowest in a decade. The "Great Stay" is strongest in tech: employees are staying put, giving employers maximum leverage on new offers.
The median (P50) annual salary for Network and Computer Systems Administrators in California is approximately $114,228, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 18% higher than the national median of $96,803.
Entry-level Network and Computer Systems Administrators (10th percentile) in California earn approximately $71,178 per year. The 25th percentile is $89,512. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $177,379.
California pays 18% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $96,803 vs $114,228 in California. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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