What are the main factors that influence a Lead Database Administrator'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 Lead Database Administrator?

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

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

A Lead Database Administrator's salary grows with experience: a Database Administrator I (0-2 years)earns $74,641, a Database Administrator II (2-4 years)earns $108,082, a Database Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $121,040, a Database Administrator IV (7+ years)earns $141,643, a Lead Database Administrator (7+ years)earns $158,845,

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

Lead Database Administrator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Database Administrator roles are District of Columbia $174,691, California $174,028, Massachusetts $171,709. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Lead Database Administrator level roles vary by specialization: Database Administrator IV: $136,896; Configuration Management Database Administrator IV: $128,800; Oracle Database Administrator: $124,604; Database Administrator Senior: $118,846; Database Administrator III: $116,984.

Lead Database Administrator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Database Administrator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Database Administrator in Delaware is $159,781 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $77.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $184,083
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $146,659 to $172,501
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $134,713

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Lead Database Administrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$172,501	$14,375	$3,317	$83
Average	$159,781	$13,315	$3,073	$77
25th Percentile	$146,659	$12,222	$2,820	$71

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Database Administrator Salaries

A Lead Database Administrator'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 Lead Database Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Database Administrator'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): $74,641
Early Career (1-2 years): $108,082
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $121,040
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $141,643
Expert (over 8 years): $158,845

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Database ... Level Lead Database Administrator	$74,641
Database ... Level Lead Database Administrator	$108,082
Database ... Level Lead Database Administrator	$121,040
Database ... Level Lead Database Administrator	$141,643
Lead Data... Level Lead Database Administrator	$158,845

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

District of Columbia: $174,691.
California: $174,028.
Massachusetts: $171,709.

District of Columbia $174,691 California $174,028 Massachusetts $171,709 Washington $171,078 New Jersey $171,014 Alaska $170,794 Connecticut $168,616 New York $167,733

Hawaii $164,909 Rhode Island $163,583 Maryland $162,684 Minnesota $161,453 Colorado $160,980 Illinois $160,822 Oregon $160,223 Delaware $159,781

New Hampshire $159,503 Virginia $158,881 Pennsylvania $157,067 Nevada $156,152 North Dakota $155,852 Michigan $155,379 Wisconsin $155,205 Vermont $154,858

Texas $153,896 Maine $153,833 Arizona $153,738 Ohio $153,627 Georgia $152,176 Indiana $151,450 Wyoming $151,308 Utah $151,087

Iowa $150,993 Kansas $150,235 Louisiana $150,014 North Carolina $149,935 Missouri $149,904 Florida $149,289 Montana $148,957 Nebraska $148,642

Kentucky $148,468 South Carolina $147,837 Tennessee $147,443 Idaho $147,285 New Mexico $146,133 Oklahoma $145,881 Alabama $144,950 South Dakota $143,388

Arkansas $142,536 West Virginia $142,078 Mississippi $140,706

Top Paying Cities for Lead Database Administrators

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: $159,061
Little Creek: $160,226
Magnolia: $159,995

Lincoln, DE $159,061 Little Creek, DE $160,226 Magnolia, DE $159,995 Milford, DE $159,465 Marydel, DE $159,727 Millsboro, DE $158,394 Millville, DE $158,638 Milton, DE $158,913

Nassau, DE $159,028 Ocean View, DE $158,612 Rehoboth Beach, DE $158,916 Seaford, DE $159,006 Selbyville, DE $158,348 Smyrna, DE $160,336 Viola, DE $159,598 Woodside, DE $160,027

Bear, DE $159,658 Newark, DE $159,598 Claymont, DE $159,924 Delaware City, DE $159,757 Hockessin, DE $159,584 Kirkwood, DE $159,727 Middletown, DE $159,789 Montchanin, DE $159,620

New Castle, DE $159,644 Odessa, DE $159,868 Port Penn, DE $159,975 Rockland, DE $159,636 Saint Georges, DE $159,738 Townsend, DE $159,984 Winterthur, DE $159,655 Lewes, DE $158,975

Wilmington, DE $159,591 Dover, DE $160,226 Dover Afb, DE $159,382 Bethany Beach, DE $158,444 Bethel, DE $158,608 Bridgeville, DE $158,982 Camden Wyoming, DE $159,774 Cheswold, DE $160,174

Clayton, DE $160,178 Dagsboro, DE $158,334 Delmar, DE $158,080 Ellendale, DE $158,560 Felton, DE $159,453 Fenwick Island, DE $158,369 Frankford, DE $158,093 Frederica, DE $159,610

Georgetown, DE $158,274 Greenwood, DE $159,008 Harbeson, DE $158,443 Harrington, DE $159,251 Hartly, DE $159,746 Houston, DE $159,023 Kenton, DE $160,186 Laurel, DE $158,179

Yorklyn, DE $159,631

Lead Database Administrator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Lead Database Administrator 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, Lead Database Administrator positions in Software & Networking or Pharmaceuticals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Lead Database Administrator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Lead Database Administrator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Retail & Wholesale	$239,671	$115.0	50%
MFG Nondurable	$223,693	$108.0	40%
Media	$207,715	$100.0	30%
Financial Services	$199,726	$96.0	25%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$191,737	$92.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Lead Database Administrator'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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$146,659

Average $159,781/year

$172,501

$12,222

Average $13,315/month

$14,375

$2,820

Average $3,073/week

$3,317

$71

Average $77/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$172,501	$14,375	$3,317	$83
Average	$159,781	$13,315	$3,073	$77
25th Percentile	$146,659	$12,222	$2,820	$71

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