What are the main factors that influence a DBA'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 DBA?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for DBA roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A DBA's salary?

A DBA's salary grows with experience: starting around $109,790 for beginners, reaching about $112,869 at mid-level, and approach $118,670 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a DBA?

DBA salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for DBA roles are District of Columbia $127,730, California $127,245, Massachusetts $125,550. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of DBA roles make?

Salaries for DBA level roles vary by specialization: DBA Manager: $153,530; DBA- Specialist: $136,900; DBA IV: $136,900; DBA III: $116,990; DBA- Senior: $116,990.

DBA Salary in Delaware

How much does a DBA make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a DBA in Delaware is $116,828 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $142,155
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $105,683 to $130,085
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $95,537

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DBA Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,085	$10,840	$2,502	$63
Average	$116,828	$9,736	$2,247	$56
25th Percentile	$105,683	$8,807	$2,032	$51

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Key Factors That Influence DBA Salaries

A DBA'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 DBA Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a DBA'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): $109,790
Early Career (1-2 years): $110,303
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $112,869
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $117,197
Expert (over 8 years): $118,670

Levels	Salary
Entry Level DBA	$109,790
Intermediate Level DBA	$110,303
Senior Level DBA	$112,869
Specialist Level DBA	$117,197
Expert Level DBA	$118,670

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How Do DBA 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 DBAs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $127,730.
California: $127,245.
Massachusetts: $125,550.

District of Columbia $127,730 California $127,245 Massachusetts $125,550 Washington $125,088 New Jersey $125,042 Alaska $124,880 Connecticut $123,288 New York $122,642

Hawaii $120,577 Rhode Island $119,608 Maryland $118,951 Minnesota $118,051 Colorado $117,705 Illinois $117,590 Oregon $117,151 Delaware $116,828

New Hampshire $116,625 Virginia $116,171 Pennsylvania $114,844 Nevada $114,175 North Dakota $113,956 Michigan $113,609 Wisconsin $113,483 Vermont $113,229

Texas $112,525 Maine $112,479 Arizona $112,410 Ohio $112,329 Georgia $111,268 Indiana $110,737 Wyoming $110,633 Utah $110,472

Iowa $110,402 Kansas $109,849 Louisiana $109,687 North Carolina $109,629 Missouri $109,606 Florida $109,156 Montana $108,914 Nebraska $108,683

Kentucky $108,557 South Carolina $108,095 Tennessee $107,807 Idaho $107,691 New Mexico $106,849 Oklahoma $106,665 Alabama $105,984 South Dakota $104,842

Arkansas $104,219 West Virginia $103,884 Mississippi $102,881

Top Paying Cities for DBAs

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: $116,302
Little Creek: $117,153
Magnolia: $116,985

Lincoln, DE $116,302 Little Creek, DE $117,153 Magnolia, DE $116,985 Milford, DE $116,597 Marydel, DE $116,789 Millsboro, DE $115,814 Millville, DE $115,993 Milton, DE $116,194

Nassau, DE $116,278 Ocean View, DE $115,973 Rehoboth Beach, DE $116,196 Seaford, DE $116,262 Selbyville, DE $115,781 Smyrna, DE $117,234 Viola, DE $116,694 Woodside, DE $117,008

Bear, DE $116,738 Newark, DE $116,694 Claymont, DE $116,933 Delaware City, DE $116,811 Hockessin, DE $116,684 Kirkwood, DE $116,789 Middletown, DE $116,834 Montchanin, DE $116,710

New Castle, DE $116,728 Odessa, DE $116,892 Port Penn, DE $116,970 Rockland, DE $116,722 Saint Georges, DE $116,797 Townsend, DE $116,977 Winterthur, DE $116,736 Lewes, DE $116,239

Wilmington, DE $116,690 Dover, DE $117,153 Dover Afb, DE $116,536 Bethany Beach, DE $115,851 Bethel, DE $115,971 Bridgeville, DE $116,244 Camden Wyoming, DE $116,823 Cheswold, DE $117,115

Clayton, DE $117,119 Dagsboro, DE $115,770 Delmar, DE $115,584 Ellendale, DE $115,935 Felton, DE $116,588 Fenwick Island, DE $115,796 Frankford, DE $115,594 Frederica, DE $116,704

Georgetown, DE $115,726 Greenwood, DE $116,263 Harbeson, DE $115,850 Harrington, DE $116,440 Hartly, DE $116,803 Houston, DE $116,274 Kenton, DE $117,125 Laurel, DE $115,657

Yorklyn, DE $116,719

DBA Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For DBA roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 90% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, DBA positions in Insurance or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view DBA as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a DBA

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$175,242	$84.0	50%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$128,511	$62.0	10%

DBA Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a DBA'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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$105,683

Average $116,828/year

$130,085

$8,807

Average $9,736/month

$10,840

$2,032

Average $2,247/week

$2,502

$51

Average $56/hour

$63

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,085	$10,840	$2,502	$63
Average	$116,828	$9,736	$2,247	$56
25th Percentile	$105,683	$8,807	$2,032	$51

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