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

How does experience change A DBA's salary?

A DBA's salary grows with experience: starting around $109,743 for beginners, reaching about $112,835 at mid-level, and approach $118,447 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 $127,572, California $127,088, Massachusetts $125,394. 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: $153,490; DBA- Specialist: $136,900; DBA IV: $136,890; DBA III: $116,990; DBA- Senior: $116,990.

DBA Salary in Delaware

How much does a DBA make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a DBA in Delaware is $116,683 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): $140,943
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $105,621 to $129,382
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $95,549

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DBA Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$129,382	$10,782	$2,488	$62
Average	$116,683	$9,724	$2,244	$56
25th Percentile	$105,621	$8,802	$2,031	$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.

Levels	Salary
Entry Level DBA	$109,743
Intermediate Level DBA	$110,258
Senior Level DBA	$112,835
Specialist Level DBA	$117,036
Expert Level DBA	$118,447

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: $127,572.
California: $127,088.
Massachusetts: $125,394.

District of Columbia $127,572 California $127,088 Massachusetts $125,394 Washington $124,933 New Jersey $124,887 Alaska $124,726 Connecticut $123,136 New York $122,490

Hawaii $120,428 Rhode Island $119,460 Maryland $118,803 Minnesota $117,905 Colorado $117,559 Illinois $117,444 Oregon $117,006 Delaware $116,683

New Hampshire $116,481 Virginia $116,027 Pennsylvania $114,702 Nevada $114,033 North Dakota $113,814 Michigan $113,469 Wisconsin $113,342 Vermont $113,088

Texas $112,386 Maine $112,340 Arizona $112,270 Ohio $112,190 Georgia $111,130 Indiana $110,600 Wyoming $110,496 Utah $110,335

Iowa $110,266 Kansas $109,712 Louisiana $109,551 North Carolina $109,494 Missouri $109,471 Florida $109,021 Montana $108,779 Nebraska $108,549

Kentucky $108,422 South Carolina $107,961 Tennessee $107,673 Idaho $107,558 New Mexico $106,717 Oklahoma $106,532 Alabama $105,853 South Dakota $104,712

Arkansas $104,090 West Virginia $103,756 Mississippi $102,753

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: $120,762
Little Creek: $119,644
Magnolia: $120,140

Lincoln, DE $120,762 Little Creek, DE $119,644 Magnolia, DE $120,140 Milford, DE $120,762 Marydel, DE $119,195 Millsboro, DE $120,762 Millville, DE $121,569 Milton, DE $120,762

Nassau, DE $120,762 Ocean View, DE $121,569 Rehoboth Beach, DE $121,569 Seaford, DE $119,495 Selbyville, DE $121,569 Smyrna, DE $119,057 Viola, DE $120,140 Woodside, DE $119,794

Bear, DE $118,181 Newark, DE $118,227 Claymont, DE $118,319 Delaware City, DE $118,227 Hockessin, DE $118,319 Kirkwood, DE $118,227 Middletown, DE $118,815 Montchanin, DE $118,319

New Castle, DE $118,319 Odessa, DE $118,976 Port Penn, DE $117,905 Rockland, DE $118,319 Saint Georges, DE $118,227 Townsend, DE $118,803 Winterthur, DE $118,319 Lewes, DE $120,762

Wilmington, DE $118,319 Dover, DE $119,587 Dover Afb, DE $119,863 Bethany Beach, DE $121,569 Bethel, DE $119,495 Bridgeville, DE $120,762 Camden Wyoming, DE $119,714 Cheswold, DE $119,310

Clayton, DE $119,011 Dagsboro, DE $121,569 Delmar, DE $119,495 Ellendale, DE $120,762 Felton, DE $120,762 Fenwick Island, DE $121,569 Frankford, DE $121,569 Frederica, DE $120,762

Georgetown, DE $120,762 Greenwood, DE $120,762 Harbeson, DE $120,762 Harrington, DE $120,762 Hartly, DE $118,953 Houston, DE $120,762 Kenton, DE $119,011 Laurel, DE $119,495

Yorklyn, DE $118,319

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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$105,621

Average $116,683/year

$129,382

$8,802

Average $9,724/month

$10,782

$2,031

Average $2,244/week

$2,488

$51

Average $56/hour

$62

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$129,382	$10,782	$2,488	$62
Average	$116,683	$9,724	$2,244	$56
25th Percentile	$105,621	$8,802	$2,031	$51

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