Senior SQL Developer Salary in the United States

Senior SQL Developer Salary

How much does a Senior SQL Developer make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Senior SQL Developer in the United States is $147,433. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $138,001 to $154,779, with most professionals earning between $129,413 and $161,467.

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Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $129,413 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $138,001 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $147,433 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $154,779 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $161,467 US April 01, 2025
25% $138,001 10% $129,413 90% $161,467 75% $154,779 $147,433 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    4 - 7 years experience
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Senior SQL Developer in the United States. The base salary for Senior SQL Developer ranges from $138,001 to $154,779 with the average base salary of $147,433. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $138,001 to $154,779 with the average total cash compensation of $147,433.

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