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Job outlook for salesforce administrators in the United States
Salesforce administrator job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected salesforce administrator job growth rate is 9% from 2018-2028.
About 10,500 new jobs for salesforce administrators are projected over the next decade.
Salesforce administrator salaries have increased 12% for salesforce administrators in the last 5 years.
There are over 6,349 salesforce administrators currently employed in the United States.
There are 57,792 active salesforce administrator job openings in the US.
The average salesforce administrator salary is $86,565.
Are salesforce administrator jobs in demand?
Salesforce administrator job and salary trends over time
Salesforce administrator jobs over time
Salesforce administrator job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 6,349 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 5,458 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 5,632 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 19,538 | 0.01% |
| 2017 | 18,897 | 0.01% |
Average salesforce administrator salary over time
Salesforce administrator salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $86,565 | $41.62 | +3.4% |
| 2024 | $83,713 | $40.25 | +2.3% |
| 2023 | $81,818 | $39.34 | +3.5% |
| 2022 | $79,047 | $38.00 | +2.4% |
| 2021 | $77,167 | $37.10 | +4.0% |
Salesforce administrator jobs by state
Most common states for salesforce administrators
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 233 | 34% |
| 2 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 798 | 14% |
| 3 | Alaska | 739,795 | 106 | 14% |
| 4 | Vermont | 623,657 | 78 | 13% |
| 5 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 1,051 | 12% |
| 6 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 825 | 12% |
| 7 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 362 | 12% |
| 8 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 87 | 12% |
| 9 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 144 | 11% |
| 10 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 112 | 11% |
| 11 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 688 | 10% |
| 12 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 408 | 10% |
| 13 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 694 | 9% |
| 14 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 524 | 9% |
| 15 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 489 | 9% |
| 16 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 184 | 9% |
| 17 | Delaware | 961,939 | 91 | 9% |
| 18 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 53 | 9% |
| 19 | Alabama | 4,874,747 | 400 | 8% |
| 20 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 145 | 8% |
Most common cities for salesforce administrators
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bethesda | 7 | 12% | $89,444 |
| 2 | Englewood | 3 | 9% | $75,785 |
| 3 | Pontiac | 4 | 7% | $82,495 |
| 4 | Hartford | 5 | 4% | $82,860 |
| 5 | Cambridge | 3 | 3% | $89,787 |
| 6 | Atlanta | 10 | 2% | $83,194 |
| 7 | Boston | 8 | 1% | $89,817 |
| 8 | Austin | 7 | 1% | $88,590 |
| 9 | Denver | 6 | 1% | $75,730 |
| 10 | Sacramento | 6 | 1% | $110,108 |
| 11 | Washington | 4 | 1% | $82,439 |
| 12 | New York | 9 | 0% | $89,711 |
| 13 | Chicago | 7 | 0% | $85,298 |
| 14 | Philadelphia | 6 | 0% | $92,051 |
| 15 | Phoenix | 6 | 0% | $81,823 |
| 16 | Charlotte | 4 | 0% | $83,212 |
| 17 | Dallas | 4 | 0% | $88,058 |
| 18 | San Jose | 4 | 0% | $109,761 |
| 19 | Baltimore | 3 | 0% | $89,606 |
| 20 | Detroit | 3 | 0% | $82,576 |
Salesforce Administrator job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of salesforce administrator experts
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What skills stand out on Salesforce Administrator resumes?
Greg Kessler Ph.D.: I am not sure that there are any particular skills that stand out on resumes, but familiarity with instructional design principles should be considered to be very valuable. I also think that knowledge of multimedia principles, social media, and various forms of virtual and immersive experiences. Also, knowledge of AI and the other things I referred to in the trends above.
What skills stand out on Salesforce Administrator resumes?
Dr. Anna Frank: First, a degree from a highly respected university. Our graduates have been highly sought after. Experience working with a variety of individuals in a variety of settings is significant. Future professionals must then be committed to social justice, how are explicit in supporting the health and recreational needs of ALL individuals, not just those who can purchase a Peloton.