As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior SQL Developer in Charleston, SC is $141,366, equivalent to $68 per hour, $2,719 weekly, or $11,781 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Senior SQL Developer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Senior SQL Developer in Charleston, SC vary widely, spanning from $114,803 to $156,604. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($127,462) and 75th percentile ($149,342), while top earners (90th percentile) make $156,604 per year. This $21,880 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Networking or Linux, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Charleston Senior SQL Developer often earn 1.3% lower than national averages. However, Charleston currently ranks 559 statewide for Senior SQL Developer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Senior SQL Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $114,803 Charleston, SC January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $127,462 Charleston, SC January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $141,366 Charleston, SC January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $149,342 Charleston, SC January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $156,604 Charleston, SC January 01, 2026
25% $127,462 10% $114,803 90% $156,604 75% $149,342 $141,366 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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