What are the main factors that influence a Data Base Administrator'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 Data Base Administrator?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Data Base Administrator roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Data Base Administrator's salary?

A Data Base Administrator's salary grows with experience: starting around $84,504 for beginners, reaching about $87,722 at mid-level, and approach $92,146 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Data Base Administrator?

Data Base Administrator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Base Administrator roles are District of Columbia $94,485, California $94,126, Massachusetts $92,872. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Base Administrator roles make?

Salaries for Data Base Administrator level roles vary by specialization: Data Systems Administrator: $136,918; Data Warehouse Administrator, Senior: $110,593; Big Data Administrator: $104,839; Data Warehouse Administrator: $96,323; Data Base Developer: $95,819.

Data Base Administrator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Base Administrator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Base Administrator in Delaware is $86,421 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $103,839
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $78,302 to $95,538
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,911

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Data Base Administrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,538	$7,962	$1,837	$46
Average	$86,421	$7,202	$1,662	$42
25th Percentile	$78,302	$6,525	$1,506	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Data Base Administrator Salaries

A Data Base Administrator'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 Data Base Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Base Administrator'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): $84,504
Early Career (1-2 years): $84,729
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $87,722
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $91,851
Expert (over 8 years): $92,146

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Data Base Administrator	$84,504
Intermediate Level Data Base Administrator	$84,729
Senior Level Data Base Administrator	$87,722
Specialist Level Data Base Administrator	$91,851
Expert Level Data Base Administrator	$92,146

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How Do Data Base Administrator 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 Data Base Administrators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $94,485.
California: $94,126.
Massachusetts: $92,872.

District of Columbia $94,485 California $94,126 Massachusetts $92,872 Washington $92,531 New Jersey $92,497 Alaska $92,377 Connecticut $91,199 New York $90,722

Hawaii $89,194 Rhode Island $88,477 Maryland $87,991 Minnesota $87,325 Colorado $87,069 Illinois $86,984 Oregon $86,660 Delaware $86,421

New Hampshire $86,270 Virginia $85,934 Pennsylvania $84,953 Nevada $84,458 North Dakota $84,296 Michigan $84,040 Wisconsin $83,946 Vermont $83,758

Texas $83,238 Maine $83,203 Arizona $83,152 Ohio $83,092 Georgia $82,307 Indiana $81,915 Wyoming $81,838 Utah $81,719

Iowa $81,667 Kansas $81,258 Louisiana $81,138 North Carolina $81,096 Missouri $81,078 Florida $80,746 Montana $80,566 Nebraska $80,396

Kentucky $80,302 South Carolina $79,961 Tennessee $79,747 Idaho $79,662 New Mexico $79,039 Oklahoma $78,902 Alabama $78,399 South Dakota $77,554

Arkansas $77,093 West Virginia $76,846 Mississippi $76,103

Top Paying Cities for Data Base Administrators

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: $86,031
Little Creek: $86,661
Magnolia: $86,537

Lincoln, DE $86,031 Little Creek, DE $86,661 Magnolia, DE $86,537 Milford, DE $86,250 Marydel, DE $86,392 Millsboro, DE $85,670 Millville, DE $85,803 Milton, DE $85,951

Nassau, DE $86,014 Ocean View, DE $85,788 Rehoboth Beach, DE $85,953 Seaford, DE $86,002 Selbyville, DE $85,646 Smyrna, DE $86,721 Viola, DE $86,322 Woodside, DE $86,554

Bear, DE $86,354 Newark, DE $86,322 Claymont, DE $86,498 Delaware City, DE $86,408 Hockessin, DE $86,314 Kirkwood, DE $86,392 Middletown, DE $86,425 Montchanin, DE $86,334

New Castle, DE $86,346 Odessa, DE $86,468 Port Penn, DE $86,526 Rockland, DE $86,342 Saint Georges, DE $86,398 Townsend, DE $86,531 Winterthur, DE $86,352 Lewes, DE $85,985

Wilmington, DE $86,318 Dover, DE $86,661 Dover Afb, DE $86,205 Bethany Beach, DE $85,698 Bethel, DE $85,787 Bridgeville, DE $85,989 Camden Wyoming, DE $86,417 Cheswold, DE $86,633

Clayton, DE $86,636 Dagsboro, DE $85,638 Delmar, DE $85,501 Ellendale, DE $85,760 Felton, DE $86,243 Fenwick Island, DE $85,657 Frankford, DE $85,507 Frederica, DE $86,328

Georgetown, DE $85,606 Greenwood, DE $86,002 Harbeson, DE $85,697 Harrington, DE $86,134 Hartly, DE $86,402 Houston, DE $86,011 Kenton, DE $86,640 Laurel, DE $85,554

Yorklyn, DE $86,340

Data Base Administrator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Data Base Administrator roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Data Base Administrator positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Data Base Administrator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Data Base Administrator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$103,705	$50.0	20%

Data Base Administrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Base Administrator'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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$78,302

Average $86,421/year

$95,538

$6,525

Average $7,202/month

$7,962

$1,506

Average $1,662/week

$1,837

$38

Average $42/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,538	$7,962	$1,837	$46
Average	$86,421	$7,202	$1,662	$42
25th Percentile	$78,302	$6,525	$1,506	$38

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