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

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

How does experience change A DBA Manager's salary?

A DBA Manager's salary grows with experience: a Database Administrator - Entry (0-2 years)earns $73,065, a DBA - Experienced (2-4 years)earns $105,773, a Database Administration - Senior (4-7 years)earns $118,474, a DBA- Specialist (7+ years)earns $138,626, a DBA Manager (7+ years)earns $155,448,

What are the highest paying states for a DBA Manager?

DBA Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for DBA Manager roles are District of Columbia $169,960, California $169,310, Massachusetts $167,060. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of DBA Manager roles make?

Salaries for DBA Manager level roles vary by specialization: DBA- Specialist: $136,900; DBA IV: $136,890; Oracle DBA -Experienced: $124,560; DBA III: $116,990; DBA- Senior: $116,990.

DBA Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a DBA Manager make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a DBA Manager in Delaware is $155,450 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $75.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $178,891
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $142,350 to $167,720
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $130,423

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DBA Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$167,720	$13,977	$3,225	$81
Average	$155,450	$12,954	$2,989	$75
25th Percentile	$142,350	$11,863	$2,738	$68

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Key Factors That Influence DBA Manager Salaries

A DBA 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 DBA Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a DBA 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 Administrator - Entry (0-2 years): $73,065
DBA - Experienced (2-4 years): $105,773
Database Administration - Senior (4-7 years): $118,474
DBA- Specialist (7+ years): $138,626
DBA Manager (7+ years): $155,448

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Database Administrator - Entry	0-2 years	$73,065
DBA - Experienced	2-4 years	$105,773
Database Administration - Senior	4-7 years	$118,474
DBA- Specialist	7+ years	$138,626
DBA Manager	7+ years	$155,448

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How Do DBA 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 DBA Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $169,960.
California: $169,310.
Massachusetts: $167,060.

District of Columbia $169,960 California $169,310 Massachusetts $167,060 Washington $166,440 New Jersey $166,380 Alaska $166,170 Connecticut $164,050 New York $163,190

Hawaii $160,440 Rhode Island $159,150 Maryland $158,280 Minnesota $157,080 Colorado $156,620 Illinois $156,470 Oregon $155,880 Delaware $155,450

New Hampshire $155,180 Virginia $154,580 Pennsylvania $152,810 Nevada $151,920 North Dakota $151,630 Michigan $151,170 Wisconsin $151,000 Vermont $150,660

Texas $149,730 Maine $149,670 Arizona $149,570 Ohio $149,470 Georgia $148,050 Indiana $147,350 Wyoming $147,210 Utah $147,000

Iowa $146,900 Kansas $146,170 Louisiana $145,950 North Carolina $145,880 Missouri $145,840 Florida $145,250 Montana $144,920 Nebraska $144,620

Kentucky $144,450 South Carolina $143,830 Tennessee $143,450 Idaho $143,300 New Mexico $142,180 Oklahoma $141,930 Alabama $141,020 South Dakota $139,500

Arkansas $138,680 West Virginia $138,230 Mississippi $136,900

Top Paying Cities for DBA 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: $154,750
Little Creek: $155,890
Magnolia: $155,660

Lincoln, DE $154,750 Little Creek, DE $155,890 Magnolia, DE $155,660 Milford, DE $155,150 Marydel, DE $155,400 Millsboro, DE $154,100 Millville, DE $154,340 Milton, DE $154,610

Nassau, DE $154,720 Ocean View, DE $154,320 Rehoboth Beach, DE $154,610 Seaford, DE $154,700 Selbyville, DE $154,060 Smyrna, DE $155,990 Viola, DE $155,280 Woodside, DE $155,690

Bear, DE $155,330 Newark, DE $155,280 Claymont, DE $155,590 Delaware City, DE $155,430 Hockessin, DE $155,260 Kirkwood, DE $155,400 Middletown, DE $155,460 Montchanin, DE $155,300

New Castle, DE $155,320 Odessa, DE $155,540 Port Penn, DE $155,640 Rockland, DE $155,310 Saint Georges, DE $155,410 Townsend, DE $155,650 Winterthur, DE $155,330 Lewes, DE $154,670

Wilmington, DE $155,270 Dover, DE $155,890 Dover Afb, DE $155,070 Bethany Beach, DE $154,150 Bethel, DE $154,310 Bridgeville, DE $154,680 Camden Wyoming, DE $155,450 Cheswold, DE $155,840

Clayton, DE $155,840 Dagsboro, DE $154,050 Delmar, DE $153,800 Ellendale, DE $154,270 Felton, DE $155,130 Fenwick Island, DE $154,080 Frankford, DE $153,810 Frederica, DE $155,290

Georgetown, DE $153,990 Greenwood, DE $154,700 Harbeson, DE $154,150 Harrington, DE $154,940 Hartly, DE $155,420 Houston, DE $154,720 Kenton, DE $155,850 Laurel, DE $153,900

Yorklyn, DE $155,310

DBA Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a DBA 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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$142,350

Average $155,450/year

$167,720

$11,863

Average $12,954/month

$13,977

$2,738

Average $2,989/week

$3,225

$68

Average $75/hour

$81

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$167,720	$13,977	$3,225	$81
Average	$155,450	$12,954	$2,989	$75
25th Percentile	$142,350	$11,863	$2,738	$68

DBA Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Enterprise Data Management Senior Manager	$174,900	13%
Enterprise Resource Planning Administration Senior Manager	$174,500	12%

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