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

A Database Administration Manager's salary grows with experience: a Database Administrator I (0-2 years)earns $73,070, a Database Administrator II (2-4 years)earns $105,767, a Database Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $118,476, a Database Administrator IV (7+ years)earns $138,622, a Database Administration Manager (7+ years)earns $155,437,

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

Database Administration Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Database Administration Manager roles are District of Columbia $169,942, California $169,297, Massachusetts $167,041. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Database Administration Manager level roles vary by specialization: Database Manager: $156,368; Director of Database Administration: $155,025; Database Administration Strategy and Operations Manager: $153,500; Database/Warehouse Administration Manager: $141,670; Database Engineering Manager: $139,901.

Database Administration Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Database Administration Manager make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Database Administration Manager in Delaware is $155,437 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $75.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $178,872
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $142,314 to $167,704
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $130,365

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Database Administration Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$167,704	$13,975	$3,225	$81
Average	$155,437	$12,953	$2,989	$75
25th Percentile	$142,314	$11,859	$2,737	$68

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Key Factors That Influence Database Administration Manager Salaries

A Database Administration 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 Administration Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Database Administration 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 I (0-2 years): $73,070
Database Administrator II (2-4 years): $105,767
Database Administrator III (4-7 years): $118,476
Database Administrator IV (7+ years): $138,622
Database Administration Manager (7+ years): $155,437

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Database Administrator I	0-2 years	$73,070
Database Administrator II	2-4 years	$105,767
Database Administrator III	4-7 years	$118,476
Database Administrator IV	7+ years	$138,622
Database Administration Manager	7+ years	$155,437

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

District of Columbia: $169,942.
California: $169,297.
Massachusetts: $167,041.

District of Columbia $169,942 California $169,297 Massachusetts $167,041 Washington $166,427 New Jersey $166,366 Alaska $166,151 Connecticut $164,033 New York $163,173

Hawaii $160,426 Rhode Island $159,136 Maryland $158,261 Minnesota $157,064 Colorado $156,604 Illinois $156,450 Oregon $155,867 Delaware $155,437

New Hampshire $155,167 Virginia $154,562 Pennsylvania $152,797 Nevada $151,907 North Dakota $151,615 Michigan $151,155 Wisconsin $150,986 Vermont $150,648

Texas $149,712 Maine $149,651 Arizona $149,559 Ohio $149,451 Georgia $148,039 Indiana $147,333 Wyoming $147,195 Utah $146,980

Iowa $146,888 Kansas $146,151 Louisiana $145,936 North Carolina $145,860 Missouri $145,829 Florida $145,230 Montana $144,908 Nebraska $144,601

Kentucky $144,432 South Carolina $143,818 Tennessee $143,435 Idaho $143,281 New Mexico $142,161 Oklahoma $141,915 Alabama $141,009 South Dakota $139,490

Arkansas $138,661 West Virginia $138,216 Mississippi $136,881

Top Paying Cities for Database Administration 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: $160,871
Little Creek: $159,382
Magnolia: $160,042

Lincoln, DE $160,871 Little Creek, DE $159,382 Magnolia, DE $160,042 Milford, DE $160,871 Marydel, DE $158,783 Millsboro, DE $160,871 Millville, DE $161,945 Milton, DE $160,871

Nassau, DE $160,871 Ocean View, DE $161,945 Rehoboth Beach, DE $161,945 Seaford, DE $159,182 Selbyville, DE $161,945 Smyrna, DE $158,599 Viola, DE $160,042 Woodside, DE $159,581

Bear, DE $157,433 Newark, DE $157,494 Claymont, DE $157,617 Delaware City, DE $157,494 Hockessin, DE $157,617 Kirkwood, DE $157,494 Middletown, DE $158,277 Montchanin, DE $157,617

New Castle, DE $157,617 Odessa, DE $158,492 Port Penn, DE $157,064 Rockland, DE $157,617 Saint Georges, DE $157,494 Townsend, DE $158,261 Winterthur, DE $157,617 Lewes, DE $160,871

Wilmington, DE $157,617 Dover, DE $159,305 Dover Afb, DE $159,674 Bethany Beach, DE $161,945 Bethel, DE $159,182 Bridgeville, DE $160,871 Camden Wyoming, DE $159,474 Cheswold, DE $158,937

Clayton, DE $158,538 Dagsboro, DE $161,945 Delmar, DE $159,182 Ellendale, DE $160,871 Felton, DE $160,871 Fenwick Island, DE $161,945 Frankford, DE $161,945 Frederica, DE $160,871

Georgetown, DE $160,871 Greenwood, DE $160,871 Harbeson, DE $160,871 Harrington, DE $160,871 Hartly, DE $158,461 Houston, DE $160,871 Kenton, DE $158,538 Laurel, DE $159,182

Yorklyn, DE $157,617

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

Understanding how a Database Administration 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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$142,314

Average $155,437/year

$167,704

$11,859

Average $12,953/month

$13,975

$2,737

Average $2,989/week

$3,225

$68

Average $75/hour

$81

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$167,704	$13,975	$3,225	$81
Average	$155,437	$12,953	$2,989	$75
25th Percentile	$142,314	$11,859	$2,737	$68

Database Administration Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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Master Data Management Senior Manager

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Database Administration Manager, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Database Administration Manager Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Master Data Management Senior Manager	$174,842	12%
ERP System Administration Senior Manager	$174,421	12%

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