SQL Server Database Administrator Salary in Washington, DC

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How much does a SQL Server Database Administrator make in Washington, DC? The average SQL Server Database Administrator salary in Washington, DC is $80,854 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $72,276 and $91,605. 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 - 17 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 - 26 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 - 29 days 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 - 25 days ago

Microsoft and Azure SQL Server Developer and Administrator

Hazen and Sawyer - Tempe , AZ

Design and implement database server processes, including scheduling and maintenance of recurring ... SQL Server developer and administrator, or similar role * Understanding of various programming ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 2 days ago

SR SQL Server Database Developer

Solü Technology Partners - Phoenix , AZ

... Senior SQL Server Database Developer. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead various facets of ... Serve as a backup for various DBA functions as required. Qualifications: * Bachelor's Degree in ...

LinkedIn - 4 days 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 Washington, DC

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72276

91605

80854

Average Total Cash Compensation

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73985

94376

82974

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 Washington, DC. The base salary for SQL Server Database Administrator ranges from $72,276 to $91,605 with the average base salary of $80,854. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $73,985 to $94,376 with the average total cash compensation of $82,974.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$80,854	$72,276 - $91,605
Bonus	$2,120	$1,709 - $2,771
Total Pay	$82,974	$73,985 - $94,376

* 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 Washington, DC

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Arlington, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $72,289 - $91,621	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Alexandria, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $72,289 - $91,621	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Annandale, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $72,289 - $91,621	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Bowie, MD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $72,137 - $91,429	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Bethesda, MD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $72,289 - $91,621	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Silver Spring, MD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $72,289 - $91,621	COMPARE TO Washington, DC

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About Washington, District of Columbia

Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area of 68.34 square miles (177.0 km2), of which 61.05 square miles (158.1 km2) is land and 7.29 square miles (18.9 km2) (10.67%) is water. The District is bordered by Montgomery County, Maryland to the northwest; Prince George's County, Maryland to the east; Arlington County, Virginia to the south; and Alexandria, Virginia to the west. The south bank of the Potomac River forms the District's border with Virginia and has two major tributaries: the An...

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