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 $86,515 for beginners, reaching about $89,809 at mid-level, and approach $94,339 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 Rhode Island

How much does a Data Base Administrator make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Base Administrator in Rhode Island is $88,477 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $106,310
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $80,165 to $97,812
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,598

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Data Base Administrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$97,812	$8,151	$1,881	$47
Average	$88,477	$7,373	$1,701	$43
25th Percentile	$80,165	$6,680	$1,542	$39

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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): $86,515
Early Career (1-2 years): $86,746
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $89,809
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $94,037
Expert (over 8 years): $94,339

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Data Base Administrator	$86,515
Intermediate Level Data Base Administrator	$86,746
Senior Level Data Base Administrator	$89,809
Specialist Level Data Base Administrator	$94,037
Expert Level Data Base Administrator	$94,339

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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:

Adamsville: $89,583
Albion: $88,826
Ashaway: $89,413

Adamsville, RI $89,583 Albion, RI $88,826 Ashaway, RI $89,413 Barrington, RI $88,592 Block Island, RI $89,086 Bradford, RI $89,360 Bristol, RI $88,934 Carolina, RI $89,212

Charlestown, RI $89,244 Chepachet, RI $89,067 Clayville, RI $88,819 Coventry, RI $88,823 West Greenwich, RI $89,068 East Greenwich, RI $88,763 Exeter, RI $89,043 Fiskeville, RI $88,591

Forestdale, RI $89,273 Foster, RI $89,020 Glendale, RI $89,280 Greene, RI $89,137 Greenville, RI $88,625 Harmony, RI $88,739 Harrisville, RI $89,242 Hope, RI $88,646

Hope Valley, RI $89,335 Hopkinton, RI $89,453 Jamestown, RI $89,154 Kenyon, RI $89,201 Little Compton, RI $89,570 Manville, RI $88,943 Mapleville, RI $89,084 Newport, RI $89,244

Middletown, RI $89,283 North Kingstown, RI $88,916 North Scituate, RI $88,740 Oakland, RI $89,180 Pascoag, RI $89,301 Pawtucket, RI $88,460 Central Falls, RI $88,499 Cumberland, RI $89,002

Lincoln, RI $88,588 Portsmouth, RI $89,234 Prudence Island, RI $89,051 Rockville, RI $89,439 Saunderstown, RI $89,100 Shannock, RI $89,206 Slatersville, RI $89,274 Slocum, RI $89,098

Tiverton, RI $89,506 Wakefield, RI $89,176 Kingston, RI $89,142 Narragansett, RI $89,201 Peace Dale, RI $89,165 Warren, RI $88,821 Warwick, RI $88,574 Westerly, RI $89,435

West Kingston, RI $89,170 West Warwick, RI $88,682 Wood River Junction, RI $89,297 Woonsocket, RI $89,279 North Smithfield, RI $89,075 Wyoming, RI $89,206 Providence, RI $88,435 Cranston, RI $88,446

North Providence, RI $88,457 East Providence, RI $88,440 Riverside, RI $88,469 Rumford, RI $88,456 Smithfield, RI $88,635 Johnston, RI $88,487

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	$106,173	$51.0	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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$80,165

Average $88,477/year

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$6,680

Average $7,373/month

$8,151

$1,542

Average $1,701/week

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$97,812	$8,151	$1,881	$47
Average	$88,477	$7,373	$1,701	$43
25th Percentile	$80,165	$6,680	$1,542	$39

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