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

A Database Engineering Supervisor's salary grows with experience: starting around $117,176 for beginners, reaching about $120,308 at mid-level, and approach $124,083 for experts.

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

Database Engineering Supervisor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Database Engineering Supervisor roles are District of Columbia $121,526, California $121,065, Massachusetts $119,452. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Database Engineering Supervisor level roles vary by specialization: VP of Database Engineering: $220,610; Database Engineering Director: $199,386; Database Engineering Senior Manager: $182,120; BI Database Engineering Senior Manager: $169,340; Database Engineering Manager: $139,926.

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Database Engineering Supervisor Salary in District of Columbia

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

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Database Engineering Supervisor in District of Columbia is $121,526 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $134,615
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $109,866 to $128,378
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $99,251

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Database Engineering Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$128,378	$10,698	$2,469	$62
Average	$121,526	$10,127	$2,337	$58
25th Percentile	$109,866	$9,156	$2,113	$53

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Key Factors That Influence Database Engineering Supervisor Salaries

A Database Engineering Supervisor'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 Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Database Engineering Supervisor'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): $117,176
Early Career (1-2 years): $117,698
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $120,308
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $123,265
Expert (over 8 years): $124,083

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Database Engineering Supervisor	$117,176
Intermediate Level Database Engineering Supervisor	$117,698
Senior Level Database Engineering Supervisor	$120,308
Specialist Level Database Engineering Supervisor	$123,265
Expert Level Database Engineering Supervisor	$124,083

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

District of Columbia: $121,526.
California: $121,065.
Massachusetts: $119,452.

District of Columbia $121,526 California $121,065 Massachusetts $119,452 Washington $119,013 New Jersey $118,969 Alaska $118,815 Connecticut $117,301 New York $116,686

Hawaii $114,721 Rhode Island $113,799 Maryland $113,174 Minnesota $112,317 Colorado $111,988 Illinois $111,878 Oregon $111,461 Delaware $111,154

New Hampshire $110,961 Virginia $110,528 Pennsylvania $109,266 Nevada $108,629 North Dakota $108,421 Michigan $108,092 Wisconsin $107,971 Vermont $107,729

Texas $107,060 Maine $107,016 Arizona $106,950 Ohio $106,873 Georgia $105,864 Indiana $105,359 Wyoming $105,260 Utah $105,106

Iowa $105,040 Kansas $104,513 Louisiana $104,360 North Carolina $104,305 Missouri $104,283 Florida $103,855 Montana $103,624 Nebraska $103,405

Kentucky $103,284 South Carolina $102,845 Tennessee $102,571 Idaho $102,461 New Mexico $101,660 Oklahoma $101,484 Alabama $100,837 South Dakota $99,750

Arkansas $99,157 West Virginia $98,839 Mississippi $97,884

Top Paying Cities for Database Engineering Supervisors

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: $121,526
Washington: $121,526
Naval Anacost Annex: $121,526

Parcel Return Service, DC $121,526 Washington, DC $121,526 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $121,526 Washington Navy Yard, DC $121,526

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

Understanding how a Database Engineering Supervisor'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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$109,866

Average $121,526/year

$128,378

$9,156

Average $10,127/month

$10,698

$2,113

Average $2,337/week

$2,469

$53

Average $58/hour

$62

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$128,378	$10,698	$2,469	$62
Average	$121,526	$10,127	$2,337	$58
25th Percentile	$109,866	$9,156	$2,113	$53

Database Engineering Supervisor Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Database Engineering Supervisor, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Database Engineering Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $154,926 - a projected growth of 27% over your current level.

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