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Systems Administrator vs Web Developer salary

In Brazil, a web developer earns about 13% more than a systems administrator $48,909 vs $43,431 per year.

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Technology
Systems Administrator
$43,431/yr
Monthly
$3,619
Hourly
$21
Range
$30,147$59,669
10-yr outlook
+4%
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Technology
Web Developer
$48,909/yr
Monthly
$4,069
Hourly
$23
Range
$32,182$69,352
10-yr outlook
+16%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileSystems AdministratorWeb Developer
Entry (10th)$30,147$32,182
25th$36,779$40,555
Median$43,431$48,909
75th$51,550$59,140
Senior (90th)$59,669$69,352

National Brazil figures in BRL. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a systems administrator or web developer earn more in Brazil?
A web developer earns more, at about R$ 250.000 per year vs R$ 222.000 for a systems administrator — roughly 13% (R$ 28.000) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Brazil?
A systems administrator typically earns R$ 154.100–R$ 305.000, while a web developer earns R$ 164.500–R$ 354.500 per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Brazil?
On a monthly basis before tax, a systems administrator averages about R$ 18.500 and a web developer about R$ 20.800.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Brazil, a systems administrator earns about R$ 154.100 while a web developer earns about R$ 164.500 per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Brazil, a systems administrator earns about R$ 305.000 while a web developer earns about R$ 354.500 per year.
Are systems administrator and web developer similar careers?
Both roles sit in the Technology category on Pay by Role, which is why we compare them head-to-head. Day-to-day work still differs — review each job page for skills and outlook.