What are the main factors that influence a Database Administrator Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Database Administrator Manager's salary?

A Database Administrator Manager's salary grows with experience: a Database Administrator I (0-2 years)earns $71,153, a Database Administrator II (2-4 years)earns $102,981, a Database Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $115,362, a Database Administrator IV (7+ years)earns $134,974, a Database Administrator Manager (7+ years)earns $151,339,

What are the highest paying states for a Database Administrator Manager?

Database Administrator Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Database Administrator Manager roles are District of Columbia $166,437, California $165,805, Massachusetts $163,595. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Database Administrator Manager roles make?

Salaries for Database Administrator Manager level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Manager - Database Administrator: $158,409; Database Administrator IV: $136,881; Oracle Database Administrator: $124,502; Database Administrator III: $116,992; Database Administrator II: $104,436.

Database Administrator Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Database Administrator Manager make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Database Administrator Manager in Delaware is $152,231 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $73.

However, a Database Administrator Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $175,397
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $139,712 to $164,357
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $128,314

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Database Administrator Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$164,357	$13,696	$3,161	$79
Average	$152,231	$12,686	$2,928	$73
25th Percentile	$139,712	$11,643	$2,687	$67

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Key Factors That Influence Database Administrator Manager Salaries

A Database Administrator Manager'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 Database Administrator Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Database Administrator Manager'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): $71,153
Early Career (1-2 years): $102,981
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $115,362
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $134,974
Expert (over 8 years): $151,339

Levels	Salary
Database ... Level Database Administrator Manager	$71,153
Database ... Level Database Administrator Manager	$102,981
Database ... Level Database Administrator Manager	$115,362
Database ... Level Database Administrator Manager	$134,974
Database ... Level Database Administrator Manager	$151,339

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How Do Database Administrator Manager 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 Database Administrator Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $166,437.
California: $165,805.
Massachusetts: $163,595.

District of Columbia $166,437 California $165,805 Massachusetts $163,595 Washington $162,994 New Jersey $162,934 Alaska $162,724 Connecticut $160,649 New York $159,807

Hawaii $157,117 Rhode Island $155,854 Maryland $154,997 Minnesota $153,825 Colorado $153,374 Illinois $153,223 Oregon $152,652 Delaware $152,231

New Hampshire $151,967 Virginia $151,374 Pennsylvania $149,646 Nevada $148,774 North Dakota $148,488 Michigan $148,037 Wisconsin $147,872 Vermont $147,541

Texas $146,624 Maine $146,564 Arizona $146,474 Ohio $146,369 Georgia $144,986 Indiana $144,294 Wyoming $144,159 Utah $143,948

Iowa $143,858 Kansas $143,137 Louisiana $142,926 North Carolina $142,851 Missouri $142,821 Florida $142,235 Montana $141,919 Nebraska $141,618

Kentucky $141,453 South Carolina $140,852 Tennessee $140,476 Idaho $140,326 New Mexico $139,228 Oklahoma $138,988 Alabama $138,101 South Dakota $136,613

Arkansas $135,801 West Virginia $135,365 Mississippi $134,057

Top Paying Cities for Database Administrator Managers

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:

Lincoln: $157,552
Little Creek: $156,094
Magnolia: $156,741

Lincoln, DE $157,552 Little Creek, DE $156,094 Magnolia, DE $156,741 Milford, DE $157,552 Marydel, DE $155,508 Millsboro, DE $157,552 Millville, DE $158,605 Milton, DE $157,552

Nassau, DE $157,552 Ocean View, DE $158,605 Rehoboth Beach, DE $158,605 Seaford, DE $155,899 Selbyville, DE $158,605 Smyrna, DE $155,328 Viola, DE $156,741 Woodside, DE $156,290

Bear, DE $154,185 Newark, DE $154,245 Claymont, DE $154,366 Delaware City, DE $154,245 Hockessin, DE $154,366 Kirkwood, DE $154,245 Middletown, DE $155,012 Montchanin, DE $154,366

New Castle, DE $154,366 Odessa, DE $155,222 Port Penn, DE $153,825 Rockland, DE $154,366 Saint Georges, DE $154,245 Townsend, DE $154,997 Winterthur, DE $154,366 Lewes, DE $157,552

Wilmington, DE $154,366 Dover, DE $156,019 Dover Afb, DE $156,380 Bethany Beach, DE $158,605 Bethel, DE $155,899 Bridgeville, DE $157,552 Camden Wyoming, DE $156,185 Cheswold, DE $155,658

Clayton, DE $155,268 Dagsboro, DE $158,605 Delmar, DE $155,899 Ellendale, DE $157,552 Felton, DE $157,552 Fenwick Island, DE $158,605 Frankford, DE $158,605 Frederica, DE $157,552

Georgetown, DE $157,552 Greenwood, DE $157,552 Harbeson, DE $157,552 Harrington, DE $157,552 Hartly, DE $155,192 Houston, DE $157,552 Kenton, DE $155,268 Laurel, DE $155,899

Yorklyn, DE $154,366

Database Administrator Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Database Administrator Manager'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.

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$139,712

Average $152,231/year

$164,357

$11,643

Average $12,686/month

$13,696

$2,687

Average $2,928/week

$3,161

$67

Average $73/hour

$79

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$164,357	$13,696	$3,161	$79
Average	$152,231	$12,686	$2,928	$73
25th Percentile	$139,712	$11,643	$2,687	$67

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