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How much does a Principal Database Administrator make? The average Principal Database Administrator salary is $141,931 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $129,979 and $153,548. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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MS SQL DBA
Computer Staff - Houston , TX
Principals only. Please apply with resume Houston onsite contract opp't'y: MS SQL DBA Any candidate is encouraged to apply, call or to send a text to: 817-424-1411
LinkedIn - 11 days ago
Sr. Database Administrator - TrainingPeaks
Peaksware - Louisville , CO
General Summary As a Sr. Database Administrator, you will be responsible for all aspects of our ... You will work with our product development teams and principal engineers to create data solutions ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 63 days ago
Substitute Teacher
Manatee County Girls Club Inc dba Just For Girls - Bradenton , FL
Follow lesson plans left by the teacher or principal * Prepare any necessary learning materials * Assign homework * Take attendance * Grade assignments and provide feedback * Track students progress ...
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Systems Administrator Principal - 3266
Range Generation Next LLC - Lompoc , CA
Perform systems and database administration for virtual and physical servers in a 24x7 highly ... Eight (8) + work experience as a Database Developer/Administrator and Windows Server Administrator
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Accounting & Data Administrator
Greater Green Bay Community Foundation - Green Bay , WI
The administrator will keep precise records and ensure adherence to accounting standards ... database and technological systems support. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Record Daily ...
LinkedIn - 21 days ago
Data Analyst and Administrator
Bishop O'Dowd High School - Oakland , CA
Ensure database integrity, stability, and system availability * Maintain database backup and ... Reports to the Director of Technology, Data, and Innovation and principal * Perform other duties as ...
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Principal Database Administrator Salary in Major Cities

This chart shows the salary comparison for Principal Database Administrator between major cities. San Francisco City consistently ranks #1 as of March 26, 2024. Click on the chart to see the detail salary data for Principal Database Administrator in each city.

Principal Database Administrator Salary by City

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City Name Average Salary
San Francisco, CA $177,414
Washington, DC $157,969
Miami, FL $136,963
Chicago, IL $148,886
Boston, MA $159,105
New York, NY $165,775
Dallas, TX $140,086
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Average Salary Range for Principal Database Administrator

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
129979
153548
141931

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
136123
166979
150862
What is the average salary for Principal Database Administrator in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Principal Database Administrator in the United States. The base salary for Principal Database Administrator ranges from $129,979 to $153,548 with the average base salary of $141,931. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $136,123 to $166,979 with the average total cash compensation of $150,862.

View Average Salary for Principal Database Administrator as table

Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $141,931 $129,979 - $153,548
Bonus $8,931 $6,144 - $13,431
Total Pay $150,862 $136,123 - $166,979
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

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What's the difference between Principal Database Engineer and Principal Database Administrator?
According to our latest salary estimation on March 26, 2024. The average salary of Principal Database Administrator is $141,931, and the average salary of Principal Database Engineer is $169,626. The average salary of Principal Database Engineer is higher than Principal Database Administrator. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
I am a Principal Database Administrator, which location’s salary is higher, Oxnard, CA or Hutchinson, KS?
Oxnard, CA typically sees higher pay than Hutchinson, KS for Principal Database Administrator. a Principal Database Administrator Salary in Oxnard, CA is $152,150 as of March 26, 2024; a Principal Database Administrator Salary in Hutchinson, KS is $131,144 as of March 26, 2024. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )

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Why does the salary of a Principal Database Administrator vary from city to city?
The cost of living is tied to salaries. If the expenses are higher in a particular city, then the wage level will be higher as well to afford the people can opportunity to live there. This is why you're always going to make more money in New York City for example, than in a small town. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
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Last Update: March 26, 2024