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

What industry pays the highest salary for Database Engineering Supervisor?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Database Engineering Supervisor roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Database Engineering Supervisor's salary?

A Database Engineering Supervisor's salary grows with experience: a Database Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $186,549, a Database Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $209,162, a Database Engineering Supervisor (12+ years)earns $121,338, a Database Engineering Manager (12+ years)earns $154,867, a Database Engineering Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $201,692,

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 $121,338, California $120,878, Massachusetts $119,267. 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: $220,653; Database Engineering Director: $199,389; Database Engineering Senior Manager: $182,164; BI Database Engineering Senior Manager: $169,390; Database Engineering Manager: $139,873.

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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 July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Database Engineering Supervisor in District of Columbia is $121,338 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): $138,897
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $110,665 to $130,529
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $100,947

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Database Engineering Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,529	$10,877	$2,510	$63
Average	$121,338	$10,112	$2,333	$58
25th Percentile	$110,665	$9,222	$2,128	$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:

Database Engineer V (7-10 years): $186,549
Database Engineer VI (10-12 years): $209,162
Database Engineering Supervisor (12+ years): $121,338
Database Engineering Manager (12+ years): $154,867
Database Engineering Senior Manager (12+ years): $201,692

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Database Engineer V	7-10 years	$186,549
Database Engineer VI	10-12 years	$209,162
Database Engineering Supervisor	12+ years	$121,338
Database Engineering Manager	12+ years	$154,867
Database Engineering Senior Manager	12+ years	$201,692

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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: $121,338.
California: $120,878.
Massachusetts: $119,267.

District of Columbia $121,338 California $120,878 Massachusetts $119,267 Washington $118,828 New Jersey $118,785 Alaska $118,631 Connecticut $117,119 New York $116,505

Hawaii $114,543 Rhode Island $113,623 Maryland $112,998 Minnesota $112,143 Colorado $111,815 Illinois $111,705 Oregon $111,289 Delaware $110,982

New Hampshire $110,789 Virginia $110,357 Pennsylvania $109,097 Nevada $108,461 North Dakota $108,253 Michigan $107,924 Wisconsin $107,804 Vermont $107,563

Texas $106,894 Maine $106,850 Arizona $106,784 Ohio $106,708 Georgia $105,700 Indiana $105,195 Wyoming $105,097 Utah $104,943

Iowa $104,878 Kansas $104,352 Louisiana $104,198 North Carolina $104,143 Missouri $104,121 Florida $103,694 Montana $103,464 Nebraska $103,245

Kentucky $103,124 South Carolina $102,686 Tennessee $102,412 Idaho $102,302 New Mexico $101,502 Oklahoma $101,327 Alabama $100,680 South Dakota $99,595

Arkansas $99,004 West Virginia $98,686 Mississippi $97,732

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: $120,679
Washington: $120,681
Naval Anacost Annex: $120,675

Parcel Return Service, DC $120,679 Washington, DC $120,681 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $120,675 Washington Navy Yard, DC $120,679

Database Engineering Supervisor Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Database Engineering Supervisor salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $135,716. While startup companies pay approximate $114,775.

Database Engineering Supervisor Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$114,775
Growth Stage	51~500	$121,392
Established	501~5000	$131,059
Enterprise	5000+	$135,716

Database Engineering Supervisor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Database Engineering Supervisor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Database Engineering Supervisor positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Database Engineering Supervisor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Database Engineering Supervisor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$151,673	$73.0	25%
Biotechnology	$145,606	$70.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$145,606	$70.0	20%
Software & Networking	$145,606	$70.0	20%
Aerospace & Defense	$139,539	$67.0	15%

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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$110,665

Average $121,338/year

$130,529

$9,222

Average $10,112/month

$10,877

$2,128

Average $2,333/week

$2,510

$53

Average $58/hour

$63

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,529	$10,877	$2,510	$63
Average	$121,338	$10,112	$2,333	$58
25th Percentile	$110,665	$9,222	$2,128	$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 $154,867 - a projected growth of 28% over your current level.

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