Systems Administrator Boston, MA
Systems Administrator salary in Boston, MA
Typical pay
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From 35 current job postings, updated Nov 13, 2026 Pay that employers list in their job postings
There are not enough current Systems Administrator job postings with pay listed in Boston, MA yet. We show pay once at least 10 postings list it.
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Typical pay by city in Massachusetts
Back to the whole USMassachusetts
$112k typical, most $102k to $120k
| Amherst Town, MA | – | – | 1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston, MA | – | – | 35 |
| Providence, RI | – | – | 6 |
| Springfield, MA | – | – | 0 |
| Worcester, MA | – | – | 4 |
Pay advertised in current postings, per year. Postings are those that list pay.
Pay by experience level
What most job postings pay at each stage. The dot is typical pay.
- Starting out 1 job postings
- Experienced 13 job postings$91k $109k
Typical: $104k
- Senior 12 job postings$114k $144k
Typical: $125k
- Lead or manager 1 job postings
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Experienced: most postings pay $91k to $109k a year, typically $104k.
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Cost of living in Boston, MA
About $6,564 a month for 1 adult, 1 bedroom rental, a car, taxes included. Everyday prices run about 8% above the US average.
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How much does a Systems Administrator make in Boston, MA?
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