As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior SQL Developer in Richmond, VA is $144,879, equivalent to $70 per hour, $2,786 weekly, or $12,073 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 Richmond, VA vary widely, spanning from $117,656 to $160,496. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($130,630) and 75th percentile ($153,054), while top earners (90th percentile) make $160,496 per year. This $22,424 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, Richmond Senior SQL Developer often earn 3.4% lower than national averages. 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 $117,656 Richmond, VA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $130,630 Richmond, VA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $144,879 Richmond, VA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $153,054 Richmond, VA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $160,496 Richmond, VA January 01, 2026
25% $130,630 10% $117,656 90% $160,496 75% $153,054 $144,879 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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