As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for SQL Analyst in Columbia, SC is $89,390, equivalent to $43 per hour, $1,719 weekly, or $7,449 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for SQL Analyst in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for SQL Analyst in Columbia, SC vary widely, spanning from $70,794 to $106,567. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($79,656) and 75th percentile ($98,381), while top earners (90th percentile) make $106,567 per year. This $18,725 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like or , or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Columbia SQL Analyst often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Columbia currently ranks 674 statewide for SQL Analyst 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
SQL Analyst Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile SQL Analyst Salary $70,794 Columbia, SC November 01, 2026
25th Percentile SQL Analyst Salary $79,656 Columbia, SC November 01, 2026
50th Percentile SQL Analyst Salary $89,390 Columbia, SC November 01, 2026
75th Percentile SQL Analyst Salary $98,381 Columbia, SC November 01, 2026
90th Percentile SQL Analyst Salary $106,567 Columbia, SC November 01, 2026
25% $79,656 10% $70,794 90% $106,567 75% $98,381 $89,390 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Columbia, South Carolina    One of Columbia's more prominent geographical features is its fall line, the boundary between the upland Piedmont region and the Atlantic Coastal Plai....More

Columbia, South Carolina  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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