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

What industry pays the highest salary for Database Administrator Manager?

The Retail & Wholesale industry offers the highest average compensation for Database Administrator Manager roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

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 $71,135, a Database Administrator II (2-4 years)earns $103,004, a Database Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $115,354, a Database Administrator IV (7+ years)earns $134,988, a Database Administrator Manager (7+ years)earns $151,383,

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 $166,484, California $165,853, Massachusetts $163,642. 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: $158,452; Database Administrator IV: $136,896; Oracle Database Administrator: $124,604; Database Administrator III: $116,984; Database Administrator II: $104,460.

Database Administrator Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Database Administrator Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Database Administrator Manager in Delaware is $152,275 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): $175,433
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $139,770 to $164,397
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $128,385

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Database Administrator Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$164,397	$13,700	$3,161	$79
Average	$152,275	$12,690	$2,928	$73
25th Percentile	$139,770	$11,647	$2,688	$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): $71,135
Early Career (1-2 years): $103,004
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $115,354
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $134,988
Expert (over 8 years): $151,383

Levels	Salary
Database ... Level Database Administrator Manager	$71,135
Database ... Level Database Administrator Manager	$103,004
Database ... Level Database Administrator Manager	$115,354
Database ... Level Database Administrator Manager	$134,988
Database ... Level Database Administrator Manager	$151,383

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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: $166,484.
California: $165,853.
Massachusetts: $163,642.

District of Columbia $166,484 California $165,853 Massachusetts $163,642 Washington $163,041 New Jersey $162,981 Alaska $162,770 Connecticut $160,695 New York $159,853

Hawaii $157,161 Rhode Island $155,898 Maryland $155,041 Minnesota $153,869 Colorado $153,417 Illinois $153,267 Oregon $152,696 Delaware $152,275

New Hampshire $152,010 Virginia $151,418 Pennsylvania $149,688 Nevada $148,816 North Dakota $148,531 Michigan $148,079 Wisconsin $147,914 Vermont $147,583

Texas $146,666 Maine $146,606 Arizona $146,516 Ohio $146,410 Georgia $145,027 Indiana $144,335 Wyoming $144,200 Utah $143,990

Iowa $143,899 Kansas $143,178 Louisiana $142,967 North Carolina $142,892 Missouri $142,862 Florida $142,275 Montana $141,960 Nebraska $141,659

Kentucky $141,493 South Carolina $140,892 Tennessee $140,516 Idaho $140,366 New Mexico $139,268 Oklahoma $139,027 Alabama $138,140 South Dakota $136,652

Arkansas $135,840 West Virginia $135,404 Mississippi $134,096

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: $151,589
Little Creek: $152,699
Magnolia: $152,479

Lincoln, DE $151,589 Little Creek, DE $152,699 Magnolia, DE $152,479 Milford, DE $151,974 Marydel, DE $152,224 Millsboro, DE $150,953 Millville, DE $151,186 Milton, DE $151,448

Nassau, DE $151,557 Ocean View, DE $151,160 Rehoboth Beach, DE $151,451 Seaford, DE $151,536 Selbyville, DE $150,909 Smyrna, DE $152,804 Viola, DE $152,100 Woodside, DE $152,509

Bear, DE $152,157 Newark, DE $152,100 Claymont, DE $152,411 Delaware City, DE $152,252 Hockessin, DE $152,087 Kirkwood, DE $152,224 Middletown, DE $152,282 Montchanin, DE $152,121

New Castle, DE $152,144 Odessa, DE $152,357 Port Penn, DE $152,460 Rockland, DE $152,136 Saint Georges, DE $152,234 Townsend, DE $152,469 Winterthur, DE $152,154 Lewes, DE $151,506

Wilmington, DE $152,094 Dover, DE $152,699 Dover Afb, DE $151,894 Bethany Beach, DE $151,001 Bethel, DE $151,157 Bridgeville, DE $151,514 Camden Wyoming, DE $152,269 Cheswold, DE $152,649

Clayton, DE $152,654 Dagsboro, DE $150,896 Delmar, DE $150,654 Ellendale, DE $151,111 Felton, DE $151,962 Fenwick Island, DE $150,929 Frankford, DE $150,666 Frederica, DE $152,112

Georgetown, DE $150,839 Greenwood, DE $151,538 Harbeson, DE $151,000 Harrington, DE $151,769 Hartly, DE $152,242 Houston, DE $151,553 Kenton, DE $152,661 Laurel, DE $150,748

Yorklyn, DE $152,132

Database Administrator Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Database Administrator Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 95% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Retail & Wholesale and MFG Nondurable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Database Administrator Manager positions in Software & Networking or Pharmaceuticals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Database Administrator Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Database Administrator Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Retail & Wholesale	$228,412	$110.0	50%
MFG Nondurable	$213,184	$102.0	40%
Media	$197,957	$95.0	30%
Financial Services	$190,343	$92.0	25%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$182,730	$88.0	20%

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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$139,770

Average $152,275/year

$164,397

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Average $12,690/month

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Average $2,928/week

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Average $73/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$164,397	$13,700	$3,161	$79
Average	$152,275	$12,690	$2,928	$73
25th Percentile	$139,770	$11,647	$2,688	$67

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