What are the main factors that influence a Database Management's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Database Management's salary?

A Database Management's salary grows with experience: a Database Administrator I (0-2 years)earns $73,977, a Database Management (2-4 years)earns $107,120, a Database Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $119,962, a Database Administrator IV (7+ years)earns $140,381, a Database Administration Manager (7+ years)earns $157,431,

What are the highest paying states for a Database Management?

Database Management salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Database Management roles are District of Columbia $116,244, California $115,803, Massachusetts $114,260. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Database Management roles make?

Salaries for Database Management level roles vary by specialization: VP of Database Development: $220,700; VP of Database Planning: $220,660; VP of Database Engineering: $220,653; Database Engineering Director: $199,389; Configuration Management Database Administrator V: $146,900.

Database Management Salary in Delaware

How much does a Database Management make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Database Management in Delaware is $106,322 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $120,991
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $94,844 to $114,001
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $84,394

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Database Management Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$114,001	$9,500	$2,192	$55
Average	$106,322	$8,860	$2,045	$51
25th Percentile	$94,844	$7,904	$1,824	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Database Management Salaries

A Database Management'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 Database Management Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Database Management'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): $73,977
Early Career (1-2 years): $107,120
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $119,962
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $140,381
Expert (over 8 years): $157,431

Levels	Salary
Database ... Level Database Management	$73,977
Database ... Level Database Management	$107,120
Database ... Level Database Management	$119,962
Database ... Level Database Management	$140,381
Database ... Level Database Management	$157,431

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How Do Database Management 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 Database Managements. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $116,244.
California: $115,803.
Massachusetts: $114,260.

District of Columbia $116,244 California $115,803 Massachusetts $114,260 Washington $113,840 New Jersey $113,798 Alaska $113,651 Connecticut $112,202 New York $111,614

Hawaii $109,735 Rhode Island $108,853 Maryland $108,254 Minnesota $107,435 Colorado $107,120 Illinois $107,015 Oregon $106,616 Delaware $106,322

New Hampshire $106,138 Virginia $105,724 Pennsylvania $104,517 Nevada $103,908 North Dakota $103,708 Michigan $103,393 Wisconsin $103,278 Vermont $103,047

Texas $102,406 Maine $102,364 Arizona $102,301 Ohio $102,228 Georgia $101,262 Indiana $100,779 Wyoming $100,684 Utah $100,537

Iowa $100,474 Kansas $99,971 Louisiana $99,824 North Carolina $99,771 Missouri $99,750 Florida $99,341 Montana $99,120 Nebraska $98,910

Kentucky $98,795 South Carolina $98,375 Tennessee $98,112 Idaho $98,007 New Mexico $97,241 Oklahoma $97,073 Alabama $96,453 South Dakota $95,414

Arkansas $94,847 West Virginia $94,543 Mississippi $93,629

Top Paying Cities for Database Managements

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: $105,844
Little Creek: $106,618
Magnolia: $106,465

Lincoln, DE $105,844 Little Creek, DE $106,618 Magnolia, DE $106,465 Milford, DE $106,112 Marydel, DE $106,287 Millsboro, DE $105,400 Millville, DE $105,562 Milton, DE $105,745

Nassau, DE $105,822 Ocean View, DE $105,544 Rehoboth Beach, DE $105,747 Seaford, DE $105,807 Selbyville, DE $105,369 Smyrna, DE $106,692 Viola, DE $106,201 Woodside, DE $106,486

Bear, DE $106,240 Newark, DE $106,201 Claymont, DE $106,418 Delaware City, DE $106,307 Hockessin, DE $106,191 Kirkwood, DE $106,287 Middletown, DE $106,328 Montchanin, DE $106,215

New Castle, DE $106,231 Odessa, DE $106,380 Port Penn, DE $106,451 Rockland, DE $106,226 Saint Georges, DE $106,294 Townsend, DE $106,458 Winterthur, DE $106,238 Lewes, DE $105,786

Wilmington, DE $106,196 Dover, DE $106,618 Dover Afb, DE $106,057 Bethany Beach, DE $105,433 Bethel, DE $105,542 Bridgeville, DE $105,791 Camden Wyoming, DE $106,318 Cheswold, DE $106,584

Clayton, DE $106,587 Dagsboro, DE $105,360 Delmar, DE $105,191 Ellendale, DE $105,510 Felton, DE $106,104 Fenwick Island, DE $105,383 Frankford, DE $105,199 Frederica, DE $106,209

Georgetown, DE $105,320 Greenwood, DE $105,808 Harbeson, DE $105,432 Harrington, DE $105,970 Hartly, DE $106,299 Houston, DE $105,818 Kenton, DE $106,592 Laurel, DE $105,257

Yorklyn, DE $106,223

Database Management Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Database Management 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, Database Management positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Database Management as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Database Management

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$116,955	$56.0	10%
Software & Networking	$116,955	$56.0	10%
Aerospace & Defense	$114,828	$55.0	8%
Financial Services	$114,828	$55.0	8%
Chemicals	$113,765	$55.0	7%

Database Management Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Database Management'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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$94,844

Average $106,322/year

$114,001

$7,904

Average $8,860/month

$9,500

$1,824

Average $2,045/week

$2,192

$46

Average $51/hour

$55

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$114,001	$9,500	$2,192	$55
Average	$106,322	$8,860	$2,045	$51
25th Percentile	$94,844	$7,904	$1,824	$46

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