Linux administrator: Average Salary in United States of America, 2026

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How much does a Linux administrator make in United States of America?

$79,250/ Annual
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The average Linux administrator in United States of America is $79,250 per year or $40.11 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $53,500 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $130,662 per year.

Median$79,250

Low$53,500

High$130,662

Linux administrator: Average Salary in United States of America

Maryland$112,056

Virginia$107,323

West Virginia$90,806

Wyoming$85,600

Colorado$85,014

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