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Data Scientist vs Systems Administrator salary

In Italy, a systems administrator earns about 2% more than a data scientist $91,014 vs $89,645 per year.

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Technology
Data Scientist
$89,645/yr
Monthly
$7,527
Hourly
$43
Range
$55,772$131,046
10-yr outlook
+35%
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Technology
Systems Administrator
$91,014/yr
Monthly
$7,642
Hourly
$43
Range
$63,185$125,001
10-yr outlook
+4%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileData ScientistSystems Administrator
Entry (10th)$55,772$63,185
25th$72,651$77,099
Median$89,645$91,014
75th$110,403$108,008
Senior (90th)$131,046$125,001

National Italy figures in EUR. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a data scientist or systems administrator earn more in Italy?
A systems administrator earns more, at about 79.800 € per year vs 78.600 € for a data scientist — roughly 2% (1200 €) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Italy?
A data scientist typically earns 48.900 €–114.900 €, while a systems administrator earns 55.400 €–109.600 € per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Italy?
On a monthly basis before tax, a data scientist averages about 6600 € and a systems administrator about 6700 €.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Italy, a data scientist earns about 48.900 € while a systems administrator earns about 55.400 € per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Italy, a data scientist earns about 114.900 € while a systems administrator earns about 109.600 € per year.
Are data scientist and systems administrator 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.