Database Administrator salary in US

Average Base Salary in US

$131,426
$9,567
Additional Cash Compensation
$140,993
Total Compensation
Median: 130,000
Min: $70K
Max: $260K

How Much Does a Database Administrator Make in US?

The average salary for a Database Administrator in US is $131,426. The average additional cash compensation for a Database Administrator in US is $9,567. The average total compensation for a Database Administrator in US is $140,993. Database Administrator salaries are based on responses gathered by Built In from anonymous Database Administrator employees in US.

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Database Administrator jobs in US

MySQL DBA/Architecture

Woodland Hills, CA
3 days ago
Who We Are: Convoso is a leading provider of omnichannel contact center software. The company was founded on innovation and continues to push boundaries in our industry.  Headquartered in Los Angeles, the company has employees around the globe working both hybrid and remote. The company culture fosters team integrity, positive persistence, and continuous growth. (A heads up - we were awarded as Built In LA’s Best Places to Work in 2020, 2021 and

Infrastructure Engineer (Oracle DBA)

Chicago, IL
1 week ago
$84,500 - $142,500
Annually
About This RoleDiscover. A brighter future.With us, you'll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it - we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine. Come build your future, while being

Infrastructure Engineer III - Oracle DBA

New York City, NY
2 weeks ago
Job Description You belong to the top echelon of talent in your field. At one of the world's most iconic financial institutions, where infrastructure is of paramount importance, you can play a pivotal role.As an Infrastructure Engineer III at JPMorgan Chase working in GTI Core Payments Affinity group, you will support existing infrastructure and help on modernization efforts towards public cloud journey. Apply your technical knowledge and problem

Sr. Oracle DBA, Lead Infrastructure Engineer

Atlanta, GA
1 week ago
Job Description Assume a vital position as a key member of a high-performing team that delivers infrastructure and performance excellence. Your role will be instrumental in shaping the future at one of the world's largest and most influential companies. As a Sr. Oracle DBA, Lead Infrastructure Engineer at JPMorgan Chase, you apply deep knowledge of software, applications, and technical processes within the infrastructure engineering discipline

DBA

Greater LA Area
Summary Fast moving Managed Services company looking to add SQL Database Administrator to compliment exiting team with advanced production support experience.  Candidate must have hands on experience supporting and troubleshooting production SQL environments, be self-motivated, and have good communication skills.  Candidate should be able to articulate basic SQL environment structures, SQL components and SQL tools.  Basic knowledge of how to

Database Administrator Salary ranges

The most common Database Administrator salary in US is between $140k - $150k.

Average Database Administrator Salary by Company Size

People with the job title Database Administrator make the most at companies with 1-10 employees, earning $149,000 on average.

Database Administrator Salary by gender

The average Database Administrator salary for women is $126,960 and the average Database Administrator salary for men is $137,515.

Database Administrator Salary by Years of Experience

The average salary for a Database Administrator with 7+ years of experience is $138,682. The average salary for <1 year of experience is $108,500.

Average Data + Analytics salaries in US

Job TitleAverage SalarySalary Range
Junior Data Analyst$62,088
Min: $40K
Max: $119K
Junior Business Analyst$66,375
Min: $42K
Max: $134K
Business Analyst$83,713
Min: $39K
Max: $250K
Data Analyst$84,567
Min: $44K
Max: $210K
Business Intelligence Analyst$87,751
Min: $38K
Max: $160K
Junior Data Scientist$88,237
Min: $51K
Max: $140K
Senior Data Analyst$100,482
Min: $53K
Max: $210K
Business Intelligence Developer$100,682
Min: $60K
Max: $187K
Senior Business Analyst$101,321
Min: $60K
Max: $188K
Analytics Manager$116,699
Min: $48K
Max: $200K
Data Engineer$124,208
Min: $55K
Max: $275K
Data Scientist$124,907
Min: $50K
Max: $345K
Business Intelligence Manager$126,304
Min: $40K
Max: $260K
Database Administrator$131,426
Min: $70K
Max: $260K
Senior Data Engineer$136,631
Min: $90K
Max: $254K
Data Architect$145,230
Min: $70K
Max: $279K
Senior Data Scientist$146,742
Min: $47K
Max: $350K
Director of Analytics$160,889
Min: $57K
Max: $300K
Data Engineering Manager$162,386
Min: $110K
Max: $279K
Engineering Manager$168,071
Min: $77K
Max: $531K
Chief Information Officer$215,490
Min: $96K
Max: $315K
CIO (Chief Information Officer)$226,467
Min: $96K
Max: $400K

Skills that affect Database Administrator salaries in US

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Data Architecture
0% have this skill
2
SQL
0% have this skill
3
Data Modeling
0% have this skill
4
Business Reporting & Analysis
0% have this skill
5
Business Intelligence
0% have this skill
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Data Warehousing
0% have this skill

Recent Database Administrator salaries in US

$121,000
Yearly Salary
A Database Administrator reported a yearly salary of $121,000 with +$12,000 in additional cash compensation
7+ Years of Experience
Male
201-500 Employees
Kansas City, MO
$140,000
Yearly Salary
A Database Administrator reported a yearly salary of $140,000 with +$5,000 in additional cash compensation
7+ Years of Experience
Male
201-500 Employees
Atlanta, GA
$114,994
Yearly Salary
A Database Administrator reported a yearly salary of $114,994
3-5 Years of Experience
Prefer not to say
201-500 Employees
Remote
$124,800
Yearly Salary
A Database Administrator reported a yearly salary of $124,800
7+ Years of Experience
Female
1,000+ Employees
Colorado, CO
$85,000
Yearly Salary
A ServiceNow Administrator reported a yearly salary of $85,000
1-3 Years of Experience
Female
201-500 Employees
Chicago, IL
$70,000
Yearly Salary
A Real Estate Researcher reported a yearly salary of $70,000
< 1 Year of Experience
Prefer not to say
51-200 Employees
New York City, NY
$125,000
Yearly Salary
A Database Administrator, Sr reported a yearly salary of $125,000 with +$6,250 in additional cash compensation
5-7 Years of Experience
Prefer not to say
1,000+ Employees
Remote
$115,000
Yearly Salary
A DBA reported a yearly salary of $115,000 with +$1,000 in additional cash compensation
7+ Years of Experience
Male
201-500 Employees
Washington DC
$110,000
Yearly Salary
A SQL Server DBA reported a yearly salary of $110,000 with +$5,000 in additional cash compensation
7+ Years of Experience
Male
51-200 Employees
Milwaukee, WI
$110,000
Yearly Salary
A SQL Server DBA reported a yearly salary of $110,000 with +$5,000 in additional cash compensation
7+ Years of Experience
Male
51-200 Employees
Remote

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.

What is a database administrator?

A.
A database administrator manages activities related to a company’s computer database system including responsibility for databases, database applications, database schemas, and database authorization measures.
Q.

How to become a database administrator?

A.
Database administrator candidates typically have a bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, management information systems or a related field. Candidates will need several years of data engineering, IT support or systems administration experience before entering a database administrator role.
Q.

How much does a database administrator make?

A.
The salary range for a database administrator is $55K-$305K.
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