SQL Server Database Administrator Salary in Chicago, IL

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How much does a SQL Server Database Administrator make in Chicago, IL? The average SQL Server Database Administrator salary in Chicago, IL is $76,205 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $68,120 and $86,337. 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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SQL Server Database administrator (Addison, TX /Daytona beach, FL)

Brown & Brown Insurance - Addison , TX

SQL Server DBA will provide internal support for technology used by the organization to enhance technology services for our internal users. In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute ...

LinkedIn - 18 days ago

MS SQL Server Database Administrator

Five9 - San Ramon , CA

To complement our rapid growth, we are actively searching for an enthusiastic and results-driven MS SQL Server DBA to join our Technical Operations team. Key Responsibilities: * Support production ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 27 days ago

Onsite in Maryland - Database Analytics DBA (PowerBi, SQL Server)

Addison Group - Rockville , MD

Database Analytics DBA (PowerBi, SQL Server) Location: Rockville, MD - Fully Onsite 5 Days a week Details: This is a Contract-to-Hire Opportunity, target salary depending on experience is $95K ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 30 days ago

SQL Database Administrator - NO C2C

A-Line Staffing Solutions - Grand Rapids , MI

SQL Database Administrator Location: Grand Rapids, MI Note: This position is a direct hire on W2 ... Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server instances, ensuring optimal performance and ...

ZipRecruiter - 1 day ago

Sr. SQL DBA

The Intersect Group - Phoenix , AZ

SQL Server DBA Responsibilities * Create new Microsoft SQL Server instances and configure them, including AlwaysOn availability groups and failover clustering * Facilitate brainstorming meetings with ...

LinkedIn - 26 days ago

Senior Sql Database Administrator

Motion Recruitment - Culver City , CA

Our Client, An Education Focused Tech Company , is looking for a Sr. SQL Server DBA / BI Engineer Data Warehouse Engineer to join their team in Culver City, CA! Hybrid Schedule 2-3 days a week in the ...

LinkedIn - 1 day ago

What does a SQL Server Database Administrator do?

Common responsibilities of a SQL Server Database Administrator

Designs, maintains and alters new and existing database backend systems including database storage design such as physical file location, database architecture, logical and physical drive assignments, hardware selection and configuration, SAN related recommendations, and software version selection.

April 10, 2023

Supports business management with database access, optimum resource configuration, cost analysis, and database performance.

December 01, 2022

Installation, configuration, monitoring, space management, database backup and recovery, and may design disaster recovery procedures.

February 13, 2023

Participate in the planning, designing, creating, installing, customization, upgrades and maintaining of databases to meet defined requirements.

March 27, 2023

Monitors progress of projects by tracking activity, resolving problems, publishing progress reports, and recommending actions.

April 02, 2023

Manage SQL Server databases through multiple product life-cycle environments, from development to mission-critical production systems.

May 12, 2023

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Average Salary Range for SQL Server Database Administrator in Chicago, IL

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68120

86337

76205

Average Total Cash Compensation

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69731

88949

78203

What is the average salary for SQL Server 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 SQL Server Database Administrator in Chicago, IL. The base salary for SQL Server Database Administrator ranges from $68,120 to $86,337 with the average base salary of $76,205. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $69,731 to $88,949 with the average total cash compensation of $78,203.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$76,205	$68,120 - $86,337
Bonus	$1,998	$1,611 - $2,611
Total Pay	$78,203	$69,731 - $88,949

* 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.

SQL Server Database Administrator Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,503 - $86,823	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,503 - $86,823	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,425 - $86,724	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,477 - $86,790	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,477 - $86,790	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $66,944 - $84,847	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL

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