As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior SQL Developer in Pittsburgh, PA is $144,939, equivalent to $70 per hour, $2,787 weekly, or $12,078 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 Pittsburgh, PA vary widely, spanning from $117,705 to $160,562. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($130,683) and 75th percentile ($153,116), while top earners (90th percentile) make $160,562 per year. This $22,433 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, Pittsburgh Senior SQL Developer often earn 2.2% lower than national averages. However, Pittsburgh currently ranks 455 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 $117,705 Pittsburgh, PA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $130,683 Pittsburgh, PA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $144,939 Pittsburgh, PA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $153,116 Pittsburgh, PA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $160,562 Pittsburgh, PA January 01, 2026
25% $130,683 10% $117,705 90% $160,562 75% $153,116 $144,939 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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