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: a SQL Server Database Administrator (0-2 years)earns $81,987, a Database Administrator II (2-4 years)earns $118,661, a Database Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $132,927, a Database Administrator IV (7+ years)earns $155,525, a Database Administration Manager (7+ years)earns $174,383,

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 $82,130, California $81,818, Massachusetts $80,728. 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: $166,683; Junior SQL Database Administrator: $121,260; Sql Database Administrator: $113,260; SQL Server Database Developer: $112,807; SQL Server Consultant: $112,725.

SQL Server Database Administrator Salary in District of Columbia

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

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a SQL Server Database Administrator in District of Columbia is $82,130 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): $85,848
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,186 to $84,076
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,222

Compensation Planning

Develop a Job Description

Pay Equity

2025 Compensation Trend

AI-Powered Talent

Recruit with AI

Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits

View as table

SQL Server Database Administrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,076	$7,006	$1,617	$40
Average	$82,130	$6,844	$1,579	$39
25th Percentile	$71,186	$5,932	$1,369	$34

You may get higher pay by adjusting the following factors:

Change Search Criteria

Check out SQL Server Database Administrator Job Openings in District of Columbia

SQL Server Database Administrator

SiloSmashers - Washington, DC

Oracle and SQL Server Database Administrator

TechDigital Group - Washington, DC

Senior SQL Server Database Administrator

Bow Wave LLC - Washington, DC

Sr SQL Database Administrator

Ennoble First - Washington, DC

Search More SQL Server Database Administrator Jobs in District of Columbia

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): $81,987
Early Career (1-2 years): $118,661
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $132,927
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $155,525
Expert (over 8 years): $174,383

Levels	Salary
SQL Serve... Level SQL Server Database Administrator	$81,987
Database ... Level SQL Server Database Administrator	$118,661
Database ... Level SQL Server Database Administrator	$132,927
Database ... Level SQL Server Database Administrator	$155,525
Database ... Level SQL Server Database Administrator	$174,383

View as Graph

What Am I Worth?

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: $82,130.
California: $81,818.
Massachusetts: $80,728.

District of Columbia $82,130 California $81,818 Massachusetts $80,728 Washington $80,431 New Jersey $80,401 Alaska $80,297 Connecticut $79,274 New York $78,858

Hawaii $77,531 Rhode Island $76,908 Maryland $76,485 Minnesota $75,906 Colorado $75,684 Illinois $75,609 Oregon $75,328 Delaware $75,120

New Hampshire $74,989 Virginia $74,697 Pennsylvania $73,844 Nevada $73,414 North Dakota $73,273 Michigan $73,050 Wisconsin $72,969 Vermont $72,806

Texas $72,353 Maine $72,323 Arizona $72,279 Ohio $72,227 Georgia $71,544 Indiana $71,203 Wyoming $71,137 Utah $71,033

Iowa $70,988 Kansas $70,632 Louisiana $70,528 North Carolina $70,491 Missouri $70,476 Florida $70,187 Montana $70,031 Nebraska $69,883

Kentucky $69,801 South Carolina $69,505 Tennessee $69,319 Idaho $69,245 New Mexico $68,703 Oklahoma $68,585 Alabama $68,147 South Dakota $67,413

Arkansas $67,012 West Virginia $66,797 Mississippi $66,152

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: $82,130
Washington: $82,130
Naval Anacost Annex: $82,130

Parcel Return Service, DC $82,130 Washington, DC $82,130 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $82,130 Washington Navy Yard, DC $82,130

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 March 01, 2026

$71,186

Average $82,130/year

$84,076

$5,932

Average $6,844/month

$7,006

$1,369

Average $1,579/week

$1,617

$34

Average $39/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,076	$7,006	$1,617	$40
Average	$82,130	$6,844	$1,579	$39
25th Percentile	$71,186	$5,932	$1,369	$34

Salaries of jobs related to SQL Server Database Administrator

Find Your Next SQL Server Database Administrator Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current SQL Server Database Administrator job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Cost of Living In District of Columbia

Cost of Living in District of Columbia is

10.7% Higher

than the National Average

Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.

Explore Cost of Living Calculator

Empower Your Team

Salary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.

Find Salary.com Comp Consulting

See Salary Trends in 2025

Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.

Price Your Company Jobs and Make Pay Fair

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about