Donor Database Administrator Salary in the United States

How much does a Donor Database Administrator make in the United States?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Donor Database Administrator in the United States is $75,276 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $92,922
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66,525 to $84,512
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,558
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Donor Database Administrator Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $84,512 $7,043 $1,625 $41
Average $75,276 $6,273 $1,448 $36
25th Percentile $66,525 $5,544 $1,279 $32
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Key Factors That Influence Donor Database Administrator Salaries

A Donor Database 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 Do Donor Database 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 Donor Database Administrators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $83,346.
  • California: $83,030.
  • Massachusetts: $81,923.

Top Paying Cities for Donor Database 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:

  • San Jose: $94,946
  • San Francisco: $93,906
  • Oakland: $91,927

What Skills Can Increase a Donor Database Administrator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 16.67% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Operation and Control (Mentioned in 16.67% Job Postings): Operational control is the authority to perform those functions of command over subordinate forces involving organizing and employing commands and forces, assigning tasks, designating objectives, and giving authoritative direction necessary to accomplish the mission.
  • Pipeline Operations (Mentioned in 16.67% Job Postings): Pipeline operation means an operation in connection with the construction, operation, inspection, maintenance or repair of a pipeline carried out on land that is specified in any licence as licence area.
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Customer Service 16.67%
Operation and Control 16.67%
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Donor Database Administrator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Donor Database Administrator roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Transportation, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Donor Database Administrator positions in Energy & Utilities typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Donor Database Administrator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Donor Database Administrator

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Transportation$82,804$40.010%
MFG Durable$79,040$38.05%

Donor Database Administrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Donor Database 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.

Last Updated on September 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Donor Database Administrator

Salaries for a Donor Database Administrator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $48,144 in 2023 to around $47,292 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Donor Database Administrator salary trends, .

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FAQ about Donor Database Administrator

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Donor Database Administrator?

The Transportation industry offers the highest average compensation for Donor Database Administrator roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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