As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior SQL Developer in Columbus, OH is $144,954, equivalent to $70 per hour, $2,788 weekly, or $12,080 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 Columbus, OH vary widely, spanning from $117,717 to $160,578. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($130,697) and 75th percentile ($153,132), while top earners (90th percentile) make $160,578 per year. This $22,435 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, Columbus Senior SQL Developer often earn 0.0% lower than national averages. However, Columbus currently ranks 454 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 $117,717 Columbus, OH January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $130,697 Columbus, OH January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $144,954 Columbus, OH January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $153,132 Columbus, OH January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $160,578 Columbus, OH January 01, 2026
25% $130,697 10% $117,717 90% $160,578 75% $153,132 $144,954 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Columbus, Ohio    The confluence of the Scioto and Olentangy rivers occurs just north-west of Downtown Columbus. Several smaller tributaries course through the Columbus....More

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