What are the main factors that influence a Database Administrator IV'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 Administrator 's salary?

A Database Administrator 's salary grows with experience: a Database Administrator I (0-2 years)earns $73,060, a Database Administrator II (2-4 years)earns $105,781, a Database Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $118,472, a Database Administrator IV (7+ years)earns $138,631, a Database Administration Manager (7+ years)earns $155,461,

What are the highest paying states for a Database Administrator IV?

Database Administrator IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Database Administrator IV roles are District of Columbia $151,567, California $150,992, Massachusetts $148,980. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Database Administrator roles make?

Salaries for Database Administrator level roles vary by specialization: Database Engineer IV: $144,411; Configuration Management Database Administrator IV: $128,800; Oracle Database Administrator: $124,578; Database Administrator Senior: $118,848; Database Administrator III: $116,986.

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Database Administrator IV Salary in Delaware

How much does a Database Administrator IV make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Database Administrator IV in Delaware is $138,631 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $67.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $155,250
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $126,581 to $147,330
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $115,611

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Database Administrator IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$147,330	$12,277	$2,833	$71
Average	$138,631	$11,553	$2,666	$67
25th Percentile	$126,581	$10,548	$2,434	$61

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Key Factors That Influence Database Administrator IV Salaries

A Database Administrator IV'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 Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Database Administrator IV'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): $73,060
Database Administrator II (2-4 years): $105,781
Database Administrator III (4-7 years): $118,472
Database Administrator IV (7+ years): $138,631
Database Administration Manager (7+ years): $155,461

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Database Administrator I	0-2 years	$73,060
Database Administrator II	2-4 years	$105,781
Database Administrator III	4-7 years	$118,472
Database Administrator IV	7+ years	$138,631
Database Administration Manager	7+ years	$155,461

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How Do Database Administrator IV 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 Administrator IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $151,567.
California: $150,992.
Massachusetts: $148,980.

District of Columbia $151,567 California $150,992 Massachusetts $148,980 Washington $148,432 New Jersey $148,377 Alaska $148,186 Connecticut $146,296 New York $145,530

Hawaii $143,080 Rhode Island $141,930 Maryland $141,149 Minnesota $140,082 Colorado $139,671 Illinois $139,534 Oregon $139,014 Delaware $138,631

New Hampshire $138,390 Virginia $137,850 Pennsylvania $136,276 Nevada $135,482 North Dakota $135,222 Michigan $134,811 Wisconsin $134,661 Vermont $134,359

Texas $133,524 Maine $133,470 Arizona $133,388 Ohio $133,292 Georgia $132,032 Indiana $131,403 Wyoming $131,279 Utah $131,088

Iowa $131,006 Kansas $130,349 Louisiana $130,157 North Carolina $130,088 Missouri $130,061 Florida $129,527 Montana $129,240 Nebraska $128,966

Kentucky $128,815 South Carolina $128,268 Tennessee $127,926 Idaho $127,789 New Mexico $126,789 Oklahoma $126,570 Alabama $125,763 South Dakota $124,407

Arkansas $123,668 West Virginia $123,271 Mississippi $122,080

Top Paying Cities for Database Administrator IVs

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: $138,006
Little Creek: $139,017
Magnolia: $138,817

Lincoln, DE $138,006 Little Creek, DE $139,017 Magnolia, DE $138,817 Milford, DE $138,357 Marydel, DE $138,584 Millsboro, DE $137,427 Millville, DE $137,639 Milton, DE $137,878

Nassau, DE $137,978 Ocean View, DE $137,616 Rehoboth Beach, DE $137,880 Seaford, DE $137,958 Selbyville, DE $137,388 Smyrna, DE $139,112 Viola, DE $138,472 Woodside, DE $138,844

Bear, DE $138,524 Newark, DE $138,472 Claymont, DE $138,755 Delaware City, DE $138,610 Hockessin, DE $138,459 Kirkwood, DE $138,584 Middletown, DE $138,637 Montchanin, DE $138,491

New Castle, DE $138,511 Odessa, DE $138,706 Port Penn, DE $138,799 Rockland, DE $138,505 Saint Georges, DE $138,594 Townsend, DE $138,807 Winterthur, DE $138,521 Lewes, DE $137,931

Wilmington, DE $138,466 Dover, DE $139,017 Dover Afb, DE $138,284 Bethany Beach, DE $137,471 Bethel, DE $137,613 Bridgeville, DE $137,938 Camden Wyoming, DE $138,625 Cheswold, DE $138,971

Clayton, DE $138,975 Dagsboro, DE $137,375 Delmar, DE $137,155 Ellendale, DE $137,571 Felton, DE $138,346 Fenwick Island, DE $137,405 Frankford, DE $137,166 Frederica, DE $138,483

Georgetown, DE $137,323 Greenwood, DE $137,960 Harbeson, DE $137,470 Harrington, DE $138,171 Hartly, DE $138,600 Houston, DE $137,973 Kenton, DE $138,982 Laurel, DE $137,241

Yorklyn, DE $138,500

Database Administrator IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Database Administrator IV'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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$126,581

Average $138,631/year

$147,330

$10,548

Average $11,553/month

$12,277

$2,434

Average $2,666/week

$2,833

$61

Average $67/hour

$71

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$147,330	$12,277	$2,833	$71
Average	$138,631	$11,553	$2,666	$67
25th Percentile	$126,581	$10,548	$2,434	$61

Database Administrator IV Salary Growth & Career Path

Database Administrator IV

Master Data Management Manager

Database Administration Manager

ERP System Administration Manager

VP of Data Management

ERP System Administration Senior Manager

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Database Administrator IV, 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 Administrator IV Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Master Data Management Manager	$139,472	1%
Database Administration Manager	$155,461	12%
ERP System Administration Manager	$135,355	-2%

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