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

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for SQL DBA roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A SQL DBA's salary?

A SQL DBA's salary grows with experience: a Database Administrator I (0-2 years)earns $72,114, a SQL DBA (2-4 years)earns $104,422, a Database Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $116,941, a Database Administrator IV (7+ years)earns $136,846, a Database Administration Manager (7+ years)earns $153,466,

What are the highest paying states for a SQL DBA?

SQL DBA salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for SQL DBA roles are District of Columbia $114,799, California $114,363, Massachusetts $112,839. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of SQL DBA roles make?

Salaries for SQL DBA level roles vary by specialization: DBA Manager: $153,530; DBA- Specialist: $136,900; DBA III: $116,990; DBA- Senior: $116,990; DBA: $115,363.

SQL DBA Salary in Delaware

How much does a SQL DBA make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a SQL DBA in Delaware is $105,001 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $120,026
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $94,942 to $112,865
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $85,784

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SQL DBA Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$112,865	$9,405	$2,170	$54
Average	$105,001	$8,750	$2,019	$50
25th Percentile	$94,942	$7,912	$1,826	$46

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Key Factors That Influence SQL DBA Salaries

A SQL 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 SQL DBA Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a SQL 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): $72,114
Early Career (1-2 years): $104,422
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $116,941
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $136,846
Expert (over 8 years): $153,466

Levels	Salary
Database ... Level SQL DBA	$72,114
SQL DBA Level SQL DBA	$104,422
Database ... Level SQL DBA	$116,941
Database ... Level SQL DBA	$136,846
Database ... Level SQL DBA	$153,466

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

District of Columbia: $114,799.
California: $114,363.
Massachusetts: $112,839.

District of Columbia $114,799 California $114,363 Massachusetts $112,839 Washington $112,425 New Jersey $112,383 Alaska $112,238 Connecticut $110,807 New York $110,226

Hawaii $108,371 Rhode Island $107,500 Maryland $106,909 Minnesota $106,100 Colorado $105,789 Illinois $105,685 Oregon $105,291 Delaware $105,001

New Hampshire $104,818 Virginia $104,410 Pennsylvania $103,217 Nevada $102,616 North Dakota $102,419 Michigan $102,108 Wisconsin $101,994 Vermont $101,766

Texas $101,133 Maine $101,092 Arizona $101,030 Ohio $100,957 Georgia $100,003 Indiana $99,526 Wyoming $99,433 Utah $99,288

Iowa $99,226 Kansas $98,728 Louisiana $98,583 North Carolina $98,531 Missouri $98,510 Florida $98,106 Montana $97,888 Nebraska $97,681

Kentucky $97,567 South Carolina $97,152 Tennessee $96,893 Idaho $96,789 New Mexico $96,032 Oklahoma $95,866 Alabama $95,254 South Dakota $94,228

Arkansas $93,668 West Virginia $93,367 Mississippi $92,465

Top Paying Cities for SQL 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: $104,528
Little Creek: $105,293
Magnolia: $105,142

Lincoln, DE $104,528 Little Creek, DE $105,293 Magnolia, DE $105,142 Milford, DE $104,793 Marydel, DE $104,966 Millsboro, DE $104,089 Millville, DE $104,250 Milton, DE $104,431

Nassau, DE $104,506 Ocean View, DE $104,232 Rehoboth Beach, DE $104,433 Seaford, DE $104,492 Selbyville, DE $104,059 Smyrna, DE $105,366 Viola, DE $104,881 Woodside, DE $105,163

Bear, DE $104,920 Newark, DE $104,881 Claymont, DE $105,095 Delaware City, DE $104,985 Hockessin, DE $104,871 Kirkwood, DE $104,966 Middletown, DE $105,006 Montchanin, DE $104,895

New Castle, DE $104,911 Odessa, DE $105,058 Port Penn, DE $105,128 Rockland, DE $104,905 Saint Georges, DE $104,973 Townsend, DE $105,135 Winterthur, DE $104,918 Lewes, DE $104,471

Wilmington, DE $104,876 Dover, DE $105,293 Dover Afb, DE $104,738 Bethany Beach, DE $104,123 Bethel, DE $104,230 Bridgeville, DE $104,476 Camden Wyoming, DE $104,997 Cheswold, DE $105,259

Clayton, DE $105,262 Dagsboro, DE $104,050 Delmar, DE $103,883 Ellendale, DE $104,198 Felton, DE $104,785 Fenwick Island, DE $104,073 Frankford, DE $103,891 Frederica, DE $104,889

Georgetown, DE $104,011 Greenwood, DE $104,493 Harbeson, DE $104,122 Harrington, DE $104,652 Hartly, DE $104,978 Houston, DE $104,503 Kenton, DE $105,267 Laurel, DE $103,948

Yorklyn, DE $104,902

SQL DBA Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For SQL DBA roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, SQL DBA positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view SQL DBA as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a SQL DBA

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$115,501	$56.0	10%
Software & Networking	$115,501	$56.0	10%
Aerospace & Defense	$113,401	$55.0	8%
Financial Services	$113,401	$55.0	8%
Chemicals	$112,351	$54.0	7%

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

Understanding how a SQL 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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$94,942

Average $105,001/year

$112,865

$7,912

Average $8,750/month

$9,405

$1,826

Average $2,019/week

$2,170

$46

Average $50/hour

$54

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$112,865	$9,405	$2,170	$54
Average	$105,001	$8,750	$2,019	$50
25th Percentile	$94,942	$7,912	$1,826	$46

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