What are the main factors that influence a SQL Server Database Administrator's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change a SQL Server Database Administrator's salary?

A SQL Server Database Administrator's salary grows with experience: starting around $81,114 for beginners, reaching about $82,494 at mid-level, and approach $82,640 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a SQL Server Database Administrator?

SQL Server Database Administrator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for SQL Server Database Administrator roles are District of Columbia $82,144, California $81,832, Massachusetts $80,742. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of SQL Server Database Administrator roles make?

Salaries for SQL Server Database Administrator level roles vary by specialization: SQL Database Developer: $166,647; Junior SQL Database Administrator: $121,257; Sql Database Administrator: $113,265; SQL Server Database Developer: $112,811; SQL Server Consultant: $112,722.

SQL Server Database Administrator Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a SQL Server Database Administrator make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a SQL Server Database Administrator in District of Columbia is $82,144 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $85,933
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,212 to $84,127
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,258

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SQL Server Database Administrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,127	$7,011	$1,618	$40
Average	$82,144	$6,845	$1,580	$39
25th Percentile	$71,212	$5,934	$1,369	$34

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Key Factors That Influence SQL Server Database Administrator Salaries

A SQL Server 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 SQL Server Database Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a SQL Server 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): $81,114
Early Career (1-2 years): $82,056
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $82,494
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $82,581
Expert (over 8 years): $82,640

Levels	Salary
Entry Level SQL Server Database Administrator	$81,114
Intermediate Level SQL Server Database Administrator	$82,056
Senior Level SQL Server Database Administrator	$82,494
Specialist Level SQL Server Database Administrator	$82,581
Expert Level SQL Server Database Administrator	$82,640

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

District of Columbia: $82,144.
California: $81,832.
Massachusetts: $80,742.

District of Columbia $82,144 California $81,832 Massachusetts $80,742 Washington $80,445 New Jersey $80,415 Alaska $80,311 Connecticut $79,287 New York $78,872

Hawaii $77,544 Rhode Island $76,921 Maryland $76,498 Minnesota $75,919 Colorado $75,697 Illinois $75,622 Oregon $75,340 Delaware $75,133

New Hampshire $75,002 Virginia $74,710 Pennsylvania $73,857 Nevada $73,426 North Dakota $73,285 Michigan $73,063 Wisconsin $72,981 Vermont $72,818

Texas $72,365 Maine $72,336 Arizona $72,291 Ohio $72,239 Georgia $71,557 Indiana $71,215 Wyoming $71,149 Utah $71,045

Iowa $71,000 Kansas $70,644 Louisiana $70,540 North Carolina $70,503 Missouri $70,488 Florida $70,199 Montana $70,043 Nebraska $69,895

Kentucky $69,813 South Carolina $69,516 Tennessee $69,331 Idaho $69,257 New Mexico $68,715 Oklahoma $68,597 Alabama $68,159 South Dakota $67,424

Arkansas $67,024 West Virginia $66,809 Mississippi $66,163

Top Paying Cities for SQL Server 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:

Parcel Return Service: $82,144
Washington: $82,144
Naval Anacost Annex: $82,144

Parcel Return Service, DC $82,144 Washington, DC $82,144 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $82,144 Washington Navy Yard, DC $82,144

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

Understanding how a SQL Server 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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$71,212

Average $82,144/year

$84,127

$5,934

Average $6,845/month

$7,011

$1,369

Average $1,580/week

$1,618

$34

Average $39/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,127	$7,011	$1,618	$40
Average	$82,144	$6,845	$1,580	$39
25th Percentile	$71,212	$5,934	$1,369	$34

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