MySQL Database Engineer Salary in the United States

How much does a MySQL Database Engineer make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a MySQL Database Engineer in the United States is $78,517 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $94,004
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,274 to $86,623
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,858
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MySQL Database Engineer Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $86,623 $7,219 $1,666 $42
Average $78,517 $6,543 $1,510 $38
25th Percentile $69,274 $5,773 $1,332 $33
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Key Factors That Influence MySQL Database Engineer Salaries

A MySQL Database Engineer'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 MySQL Database Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a MySQL Database Engineer'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): $77,212
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $78,159
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $79,947
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $80,305
  • Expert (over 8 years): $80,543
Levels Salary
Entry Level MySQL Database Engineer$77,212
Intermediate Level MySQL Database Engineer$78,159
Senior Level MySQL Database Engineer$79,947
Specialist Level MySQL Database Engineer$80,305
Expert Level MySQL Database Engineer$80,543
$77,212 0 yr
$78,159 < 2 yrs
$79,947 2-4 yrs
$80,305 5-8 yrs
$80,543 > 8 yrs
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How Do MySQL Database Engineer 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 MySQL Database Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $86,933.
  • California: $86,604.
  • Massachusetts: $85,450.

Top Paying Cities for MySQL Database Engineers

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:

  • San Jose: $99,033
  • San Francisco: $98,059
  • Oakland: $95,884

What Skills Can Increase a MySQL Database Engineer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 3.55% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Computer Science (Mentioned in 3.76% Job Postings): Computer science is the study of computation, automation, and information. Computer science spans theoretical disciplines (such as algorithms, theory of computation, information theory, and automation) to practical disciplines.
  • Data Modeling (Mentioned in 2.12% Job Postings): Data modeling in software engineering is the process of creating a data model for an information system by applying certain formal techniques.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 3.55%
Computer Science 3.76%
Data Modeling 2.12%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a MySQL Database Engineer's salary.
  • Partnering: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Integrity: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Data Warehousing: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Partnering
$82,442
5%
Integrity
$81,657
4%
Data Warehousing
$81,657
4%
Agile
$80,872
3%
AWS
$80,872
3%
Collaboration
$80,872
3%
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MySQL Database Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a MySQL Database Engineer'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 January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for MySQL Database Engineer

Salaries for a MySQL Database Engineer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $85,104 in 2023 to around $82,887 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of MySQL Database Engineer salary trends, .

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