What are the main factors that influence a SQL 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 SQL Administrator?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for SQL Administrator roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A SQL Administrator's salary?

A SQL Administrator's salary grows with experience: a SQL Administrator (0-2 years)earns $72,265, a Web Software Developer II (2-4 years)earns $101,008, a Web Software Developer III (4-7 years)earns $116,425, a Web Software Developer IV (7+ years)earns $137,080, a Web Software Development Manager (7+ years)earns $148,865,

What are the highest paying states for a SQL Administrator?

SQL Administrator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for SQL Administrator roles are District of Columbia $79,834, California $79,531, Massachusetts $78,471. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of SQL Administrator roles make?

Salaries for SQL Administrator level roles vary by specialization: SQL Developer: $148,215; Junior SQL Database Administrator: $121,254; SQL Consultant: $116,608; Sql Database Administrator: $113,251; Senior SQL Database Administrator: $106,442.

SQL Administrator Salary in Delaware

How much does a SQL Administrator make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a SQL Administrator in Delaware is $73,020 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $92,647
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66,731 to $83,293
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,005

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SQL Administrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,293	$6,941	$1,602	$40
Average	$73,020	$6,085	$1,404	$35
25th Percentile	$66,731	$5,561	$1,283	$32

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Key Factors That Influence SQL Administrator Salaries

A SQL 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 SQL Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a SQL 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): $72,265
Early Career (1-2 years): $101,008
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $116,425
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $137,080
Expert (over 8 years): $148,865

Levels	Salary
SQL Admin... Level SQL Administrator	$72,265
Web Softw... Level SQL Administrator	$101,008
Web Softw... Level SQL Administrator	$116,425
Web Softw... Level SQL Administrator	$137,080
Web Softw... Level SQL Administrator	$148,865

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

District of Columbia: $79,834.
California: $79,531.
Massachusetts: $78,471.

District of Columbia $79,834 California $79,531 Massachusetts $78,471 Washington $78,183 New Jersey $78,154 Alaska $78,053 Connecticut $77,058 New York $76,654

Hawaii $75,363 Rhode Island $74,758 Maryland $74,347 Minnesota $73,784 Colorado $73,568 Illinois $73,496 Oregon $73,222 Delaware $73,020

New Hampshire $72,893 Virginia $72,609 Pennsylvania $71,780 Nevada $71,362 North Dakota $71,225 Michigan $71,008 Wisconsin $70,929 Vermont $70,770

Texas $70,331 Maine $70,302 Arizona $70,258 Ohio $70,208 Georgia $69,545 Indiana $69,213 Wyoming $69,148 Utah $69,047

Iowa $69,004 Kansas $68,658 Louisiana $68,557 North Carolina $68,521 Missouri $68,506 Florida $68,225 Montana $68,074 Nebraska $67,929

Kentucky $67,850 South Carolina $67,562 Tennessee $67,381 Idaho $67,309 New Mexico $66,783 Oklahoma $66,668 Alabama $66,242 South Dakota $65,528

Arkansas $65,139 West Virginia $64,930 Mississippi $64,303

Top Paying Cities for SQL 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: $72,691
Little Creek: $73,223
Magnolia: $73,118

Lincoln, DE $72,691 Little Creek, DE $73,223 Magnolia, DE $73,118 Milford, DE $72,876 Marydel, DE $72,996 Millsboro, DE $72,386 Millville, DE $72,498 Milton, DE $72,623

Nassau, DE $72,676 Ocean View, DE $72,486 Rehoboth Beach, DE $72,625 Seaford, DE $72,666 Selbyville, DE $72,365 Smyrna, DE $73,274 Viola, DE $72,936 Woodside, DE $73,133

Bear, DE $72,964 Newark, DE $72,936 Claymont, DE $73,086 Delaware City, DE $73,009 Hockessin, DE $72,930 Kirkwood, DE $72,996 Middletown, DE $73,024 Montchanin, DE $72,946

New Castle, DE $72,957 Odessa, DE $73,060 Port Penn, DE $73,109 Rockland, DE $72,954 Saint Georges, DE $73,001 Townsend, DE $73,113 Winterthur, DE $72,962 Lewes, DE $72,652

Wilmington, DE $72,933 Dover, DE $73,223 Dover Afb, DE $72,838 Bethany Beach, DE $72,409 Bethel, DE $72,484 Bridgeville, DE $72,655 Camden Wyoming, DE $73,017 Cheswold, DE $73,200

Clayton, DE $73,202 Dagsboro, DE $72,359 Delmar, DE $72,243 Ellendale, DE $72,462 Felton, DE $72,870 Fenwick Island, DE $72,375 Frankford, DE $72,249 Frederica, DE $72,942

Georgetown, DE $72,331 Greenwood, DE $72,667 Harbeson, DE $72,409 Harrington, DE $72,778 Hartly, DE $73,004 Houston, DE $72,674 Kenton, DE $73,205 Laurel, DE $72,288

Yorklyn, DE $72,952

SQL Administrator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For SQL Administrator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, SQL Administrator positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view SQL Administrator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a SQL Administrator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$87,624	$42.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$87,624	$42.0	20%
Software & Networking	$87,624	$42.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$83,973	$40.0	15%
Internet	$83,973	$40.0	15%

SQL Administrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a SQL 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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$66,731

Average $73,020/year

$83,293

$5,561

Average $6,085/month

$6,941

$1,283

Average $1,404/week

$1,602

$32

Average $35/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,293	$6,941	$1,602	$40
Average	$73,020	$6,085	$1,404	$35
25th Percentile	$66,731	$5,561	$1,283	$32

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SQL Administrator Salary in Delaware

How much does a SQL Administrator make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence SQL Administrator Salaries

How Experience Level Affects SQL Administrator Salaries?

How Do SQL Administrator Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for SQL Administrators

SQL Administrator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for a SQL Administrator

SQL Administrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Salaries of jobs related to SQL Administrator

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