What are the main factors that influence a Database Development Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Database Development Manager?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Database Development Manager roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

How does experience change A Database Development Manager's salary?

A Database Development Manager's salary grows with experience: a Database Development Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $191,310, a Database Development Supervisor (12+ years)earns $110,982, a Database Development Manager (12+ years)earns $141,649, a Database Development Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $184,477, a Database Development Director (12+ years)earns $201,921,

What are the highest paying states for a Database Development Manager?

Database Development Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Database Development Manager roles are District of Columbia $154,900, California $154,300, Massachusetts $152,300. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Database Development Manager roles make?

Salaries for Database Development Manager level roles vary by specialization: Database Development Engineer VI: $189,000; Database Development Senior Manager: $182,190; Database Engineering Senior Manager: $182,164; Database Development Engineer V: $168,490; Database Development Engineer IV: $144,490.

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Database Development Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Database Development Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Database Development Manager in Delaware is $141,700 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $68.

However, a Database Development Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $160,231
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $126,700 to $151,400
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $113,043

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Database Development Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$151,400	$12,617	$2,912	$73
Average	$141,700	$11,808	$2,725	$68
25th Percentile	$126,700	$10,558	$2,437	$61

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Key Factors That Influence Database Development Manager Salaries

A Database Development Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Database Development Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Database Development Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Database Development Engineer VI (10-12 years): $191,310
Database Development Supervisor (12+ years): $110,982
Database Development Manager (12+ years): $141,649
Database Development Senior Manager (12+ years): $184,477
Database Development Director (12+ years): $201,921

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Database Development Engineer VI	10-12 years	$191,310
Database Development Supervisor	12+ years	$110,982
Database Development Manager	12+ years	$141,649
Database Development Senior Manager	12+ years	$184,477
Database Development Director	12+ years	$201,921

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How Do Database Development Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Database Development Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $154,900.
California: $154,300.
Massachusetts: $152,300.

District of Columbia $154,900 California $154,300 Massachusetts $152,300 Washington $151,700 New Jersey $151,700 Alaska $151,500 Connecticut $149,500 New York $148,700

Hawaii $146,200 Rhode Island $145,100 Maryland $144,300 Minnesota $143,200 Colorado $142,800 Illinois $142,600 Oregon $142,100 Delaware $141,700

New Hampshire $141,500 Virginia $140,900 Pennsylvania $139,300 Nevada $138,500 North Dakota $138,200 Michigan $137,800 Wisconsin $137,600 Vermont $137,300

Texas $136,500 Maine $136,400 Arizona $136,300 Ohio $136,200 Georgia $135,000 Indiana $134,300 Wyoming $134,200 Utah $134,000

Iowa $133,900 Kansas $133,200 Louisiana $133,000 North Carolina $133,000 Missouri $132,900 Florida $132,400 Montana $132,100 Nebraska $131,800

Kentucky $131,700 South Carolina $131,100 Tennessee $130,800 Idaho $130,600 New Mexico $129,600 Oklahoma $129,400 Alabama $128,600 South Dakota $127,200

Arkansas $126,400 West Virginia $126,000 Mississippi $124,800

Top Paying Cities for Database Development Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $141,100
Little Creek: $142,100
Magnolia: $141,900

Lincoln, DE $141,100 Little Creek, DE $142,100 Magnolia, DE $141,900 Milford, DE $141,400 Marydel, DE $141,700 Millsboro, DE $140,500 Millville, DE $140,700 Milton, DE $140,900

Nassau, DE $141,000 Ocean View, DE $140,700 Rehoboth Beach, DE $140,900 Seaford, DE $141,000 Selbyville, DE $140,400 Smyrna, DE $142,200 Viola, DE $141,500 Woodside, DE $141,900

Bear, DE $141,600 Newark, DE $141,500 Claymont, DE $141,800 Delaware City, DE $141,700 Hockessin, DE $141,500 Kirkwood, DE $141,700 Middletown, DE $141,700 Montchanin, DE $141,600

New Castle, DE $141,600 Odessa, DE $141,800 Port Penn, DE $141,900 Rockland, DE $141,600 Saint Georges, DE $141,700 Townsend, DE $141,900 Winterthur, DE $141,600 Lewes, DE $141,000

Wilmington, DE $141,500 Dover, DE $142,100 Dover Afb, DE $141,300 Bethany Beach, DE $140,500 Bethel, DE $140,700 Bridgeville, DE $141,000 Camden Wyoming, DE $141,700 Cheswold, DE $142,000

Clayton, DE $142,100 Dagsboro, DE $140,400 Delmar, DE $140,200 Ellendale, DE $140,600 Felton, DE $141,400 Fenwick Island, DE $140,400 Frankford, DE $140,200 Frederica, DE $141,500

Georgetown, DE $140,400 Greenwood, DE $141,000 Harbeson, DE $140,500 Harrington, DE $141,200 Hartly, DE $141,700 Houston, DE $141,000 Kenton, DE $142,100 Laurel, DE $140,300

Yorklyn, DE $141,600

Database Development Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Database Development Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $158,490. While startup companies pay approximate $134,035.

Database Development Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$134,035
Growth Stage	51~500	$141,763
Established	501~5000	$153,053
Enterprise	5000+	$158,490

Database Development Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Database Development Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Database Development Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Database Development Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Database Development Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$191,295	$92.0	35%
Biotechnology	$170,040	$82.0	20%
Aerospace & Defense	$162,955	$78.0	15%
Financial Services	$162,955	$78.0	15%
Energy & Utilities	$155,870	$75.0	10%

Database Development Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Database Development Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$126,700

Average $141,700/year

$151,400

$10,558

Average $11,808/month

$12,617

$2,437

Average $2,725/week

$2,912

$61

Average $68/hour

$73

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$151,400	$12,617	$2,912	$73
Average	$141,700	$11,808	$2,725	$68
25th Percentile	$126,700	$10,558	$2,437	$61

Database Development Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Database Development Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Database Development Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $184,490 - a projected growth of 30% over your current level.

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