Access Database Developer Salary in the United States

How much does an Access Database Developer make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Access Database Developer in the United States is $75,665 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

However, an Access Database Developer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $90,590
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66,758 to $83,477
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,648
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Access Database Developer Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $83,477 $6,956 $1,605 $40
Average $75,665 $6,305 $1,455 $36
25th Percentile $66,758 $5,563 $1,284 $32
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Key Factors That Influence Access Database Developer Salaries

An Access Database Developer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Access Database Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Access Database Developer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $74,407
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $75,320
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $77,043
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $77,388
  • Expert (over 8 years): $77,618
Levels Salary
Entry Level Access Database Developer$74,407
Intermediate Level Access Database Developer$75,320
Senior Level Access Database Developer$77,043
Specialist Level Access Database Developer$77,388
Expert Level Access Database Developer$77,618
$74,407 0 yr
$75,320 < 2 yrs
$77,043 2-4 yrs
$77,388 5-8 yrs
$77,618 > 8 yrs
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How Do Access Database Developer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Access Database Developers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $83,776.
  • California: $83,458.
  • Massachusetts: $82,346.

Top Paying Cities for Access Database Developers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $95,436
  • San Francisco: $94,498
  • Oakland: $92,402

What Skills Can Increase an Access Database Developer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 3.55% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Computer Science (Mentioned in 3.76% Job Postings): Computer science is the study of computation, automation, and information. Computer science spans theoretical disciplines (such as algorithms, theory of computation, information theory, and automation) to practical disciplines.
  • Data Modeling (Mentioned in 2.12% Job Postings): Data modeling in software engineering is the process of creating a data model for an information system by applying certain formal techniques.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 3.55%
Computer Science 3.76%
Data Modeling 2.12%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Access Database Developer's salary.
  • Partnering: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Integrity: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Data Warehousing: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Partnering
$79,448
5%
Integrity
$78,691
4%
Data Warehousing
$78,691
4%
Agile
$77,935
3%
AWS
$77,935
3%
Collaboration
$77,935
3%
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Access Database Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Access Database Developer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Access Database Developer

Salaries for an Access Database Developer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $82,013 in 2023 to around $79,876 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Access Database Developer salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Access Database Developer Over Time

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$81,778
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