▼61%
R636,710
Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 122k
MEDIAN
ZAR 637k
90%
ZAR 1m
The average salary for an Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) is R636,710 in 2025
Base Salary
R122k - R1m
Bonus
R0 - R30k
Total Pay
R231k - R1m
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Common Health Benefits for a Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)
Medical
25%
Dental
6%
Vision
6%
None
75%
Gender Breakdown for Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)s
Male
88.9%
Female
11.1%
This data is based on 9 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)s
What is the highest pay for Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)s?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) is ZAR 1m / year
What is the lowest pay for Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)s?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) is ZAR 122k / year
How can Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)s increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as an Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) 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 an Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) that oversees more junior Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)s, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.