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Network Engineer vs Systems Administrator salary

In Spain, a network engineer earns about 19% more than a systems administrator $110,061 vs $92,725 per year.

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Technology
Network Engineer
$110,061/yr
Monthly
$9,124
Hourly
$52
Range
$74,362$153,629
10-yr outlook
+5%
Technology
Systems Administrator
$92,725/yr
Monthly
$7,756
Hourly
$44
Range
$64,326$127,397
10-yr outlook
+4%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileNetwork EngineerSystems Administrator
Entry (10th)$74,362$64,326
25th$92,268$78,582
Median$110,061$92,725
75th$131,845$110,061
Senior (90th)$153,629$127,397

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

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Frequently asked questions

Does a network engineer or systems administrator earn more in Spain?
A network engineer earns more, at about 96.500 € per year vs 81.300 € for a systems administrator — roughly 19% (15.200 €) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Spain?
A network engineer typically earns 65.200 €–134.700 €, while a systems administrator earns 56.400 €–111.700 € per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Spain?
On a monthly basis before tax, a network engineer averages about 8000 € and a systems administrator about 6800 €.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Spain, a network engineer earns about 65.200 € while a systems administrator earns about 56.400 € per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Spain, a network engineer earns about 134.700 € while a systems administrator earns about 111.700 € per year.
Are network engineer 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.