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Database Administrators

Average Database Administrators Salary

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$82,126
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$51k
MEDIAN
$82k
90%
$124k

The average salary for a Database Administrators is $82,126 in 2025

Base Salary
$51k - $124k
Bonus
$596 - $12k
Profit Sharing
$319 - $11k
Commission
$1k - $12k
Total Pay
$47k - $127k
Based on 2,595 salary profiles (last updated Sep 04 2024)
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4.1 out of 5
(204)
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Common Health Benefits for a Database Administrators

Medical
85%
Dental
76%
Vision
69%
None
14%

Gender Breakdown for Database Administrators

Male
63.5%
Female
35.5%
Prefer to self-define
0.9%
This data is based on 684 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Database Administrators

What is the highest pay for Database Administrators?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Database Administrators is $124k / year

What is the lowest pay for Database Administrators?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Database Administrators is $51k / year

How can Database Administrators increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Database Administrators is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Database Administrators that oversees more junior Database Administrators, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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