System administrator: Average Salary in Canada, 2026

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How much does a System administrator make in Canada?

$85,000/ Annual
Based on 10000 salaries

The average System administrator in Canada is $85,000 per year or $43.59 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $72,500 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $99,604 per year.

Median$85,000

Low$72,500

High$99,604

System administrator: Average Salary in Canada

Northwest Territories$90,675

Quebec$89,189

Ontario$82,609

Nunavut$80,467

Alberta$77,361

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