Database Administrator Salary in 2026
Database administrators manage and optimize database systems to ensure data integrity, security, and availability. They handle backup, recovery, and performance tuning for critical data stores.
Median Salary
$98,000
$8,167/mo
Entry Level
$57,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$129,000
experienced
Job Growth
+8%
10-yr outlook
Database Administrator Overview
Database administrators manage and optimize database systems to ensure data integrity, security, and availability. They handle backup, recovery, and performance tuning for critical data stores.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Experience
3-5 years
Industry
Technology
Total Jobs (US)
170K
5-Year Growth
+14%
Category
Technology
Hourly Rate
$47.12/hr
Monthly Pay
$8,167
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Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Database Administrator Salary
$105,000
$8,750/month · $4,038/biweekly · $50.48/hr
Database Administrator Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Database Administrator field.
Entry-level Database Administrators earn around $57,000, while the top 10% earn $145,000 or more.
Top Paying States for Database Administrators
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $116,000 | +$18,000 |
| New York | $113,000 | +$15,000 |
| Virginia | $104,000 | +$6,000 |
| Texas | $96,000 | $-2,000 |
| Florida | $96,000 | $-2,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Database Administrators
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | $123,000 | +$25,000 |
| New York | $116,000 | +$18,000 |
| Washington DC | $113,000 | +$15,000 |
| Dallas | $98,000 | $0 |
| Atlanta | $96,000 | $-2,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Database Administrator Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Database Administrator from entry level to expert.
$57,000
0-2 years
$93,000
3-7 years
$129,000
8-14 years
$161,000
15+ years
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