What are the main factors that influence a Database Engineering Director'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 Engineering Director's salary?

A Database Engineering Director's salary grows with experience: starting around $209,887 for beginners, reaching about $213,600 at mid-level, and approach $220,760 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Database Engineering Director?

Database Engineering Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Database Engineering Director roles are District of Columbia $220,760, California $219,923, Massachusetts $216,992. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Database Engineering Director roles make?

Salaries for Database Engineering Director level roles vary by specialization: VP of Database Engineering: $220,610; Database Development Director: $199,400; Database Planning Director: $199,390; Database Engineering Senior Manager: $182,120; BI Database Engineering Senior Manager: $169,340.

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Database Engineering Director Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Database Engineering Director make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Database Engineering Director in District of Columbia is $220,760 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $106.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $255,990
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $202,992 to $239,201
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $186,815

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Database Engineering Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$239,201	$19,933	$4,600	$115
Average	$220,760	$18,397	$4,245	$106
25th Percentile	$202,992	$16,916	$3,904	$98

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Key Factors That Influence Database Engineering Director Salaries

A Database Engineering Director'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 Engineering Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Database Engineering Director'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $209,887
Early Career (1-2 years): $211,478
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $213,600
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $216,782
Expert (over 8 years): $220,760

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Database Engineering Director	$209,887
Intermediate Level Database Engineering Director	$211,478
Senior Level Database Engineering Director	$213,600
Specialist Level Database Engineering Director	$216,782
Expert Level Database Engineering Director	$220,760

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How Do Database Engineering Director 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 Engineering Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $220,760.
California: $219,923.
Massachusetts: $216,992.

District of Columbia $220,760 California $219,923 Massachusetts $216,992 Washington $216,194 New Jersey $216,114 Alaska $215,835 Connecticut $213,084 New York $211,967

Hawaii $208,398 Rhode Island $206,723 Maryland $205,587 Minnesota $204,032 Colorado $203,434 Illinois $203,234 Oregon $202,476 Delaware $201,918

New Hampshire $201,567 Virginia $200,782 Pennsylvania $198,489 Nevada $197,332 North Dakota $196,953 Michigan $196,355 Wisconsin $196,136 Vermont $195,697

Texas $194,481 Maine $194,401 Arizona $194,282 Ohio $194,142 Georgia $192,308 Indiana $191,391 Wyoming $191,211 Utah $190,932

Iowa $190,812 Kansas $189,855 Louisiana $189,576 North Carolina $189,477 Missouri $189,437 Florida $188,659 Montana $188,240 Nebraska $187,842

Kentucky $187,622 South Carolina $186,825 Tennessee $186,326 Idaho $186,127 New Mexico $184,671 Oklahoma $184,352 Alabama $183,176 South Dakota $181,202

Arkansas $180,125 West Virginia $179,547 Mississippi $177,812

Top Paying Cities for Database Engineering Directors

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:

Parcel Return Service: $220,760
Washington: $220,760
Naval Anacost Annex: $220,760

Parcel Return Service, DC $220,760 Washington, DC $220,760 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $220,760 Washington Navy Yard, DC $220,760

Database Engineering Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Database Engineering Director'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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$202,992

Average $220,760/year

$239,201

$16,916

Average $18,397/month

$19,933

$3,904

Average $4,245/week

$4,600

$98

Average $106/hour

$115

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$239,201	$19,933	$4,600	$115
Average	$220,760	$18,397	$4,245	$106
25th Percentile	$202,992	$16,916	$3,904	$98

Database Engineering Director Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Database Engineering Director, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the VP of Database Engineering role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $244,259 - a projected growth of 11% over your current level.

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