🗄️ Official Bureau of Labor Statistics & Tech Benchmark (2026)

Database Administrator (DBA) Salary in United States

Detailed compensation breakdown, percentiles, and market demand for Database Administrator (DBA) in United States.

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Demand: +37% (High Demand)
$118,000
/ year (Median Base Pay)
💵 Hourly Equivalent: $56.73/hr
📊 80% Range: $82,000 – $175,000
10th % Entry $82,000
25th % Junior $100,000
50th % Median $118,000
75th % Senior $146,500
90th % Top 10% $175,000
Base Annual Salary $118,000
Target Annual Bonus $14,160
Annual Stock / Equity $25,960
Total Compensation (TC) $158,120
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Salary Progression by Experience Level in United States

Estimated pay progression across career stages for Database Administrator (DBA)

Entry-Level (0 - 2 yrs)

Junior Database Administrator (DBA)

Recent graduates and early career entrants.

Median Pay
$82,000
Mid-Level (2 - 5 yrs)

Database Administrator (DBA)

Autonomous execution and domain proficiency.

Median Pay
$118,000
Senior (5 - 8 yrs)

Senior Database Administrator (DBA)

System architecture, mentorship, and project leadership.

Median Pay
$146,500
Lead / Principal (8+ yrs)

Staff / Principal

Strategic direction and cross-functional technical decisions.

Median Pay
$175,000

Database Administrator (DBA) Salary in Other US Locations

Compare regional earnings and cost-of-living adjustments

San Francisco, CA

COL Index: 179.5%
$162,840

San Jose, CA

COL Index: 174.2%
$160,480

New York, NY

COL Index: 186%
$158,120

Seattle, WA

COL Index: 148%
$151,040

Hawaii

COL Index: 179%
$151,040

Oakland, CA

COL Index: 155%
$151,040

Boston, MA

COL Index: 149%
$147,500

California

COL Index: 142%
$147,500

Role Profile & Career Requirements

A Database Administrator (DBA) leads technical design, operational execution, and industry best practices in their specialized sector. High demand and strong compensation growth projected through 2026-2032.

Required Education
Bachelor's, Master's, or Industry Professional License
Experience Benchmark
2-6 years
10-Year Projected Growth
+37% (High Demand)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Database Administrator (DBA) make in United States?

The median annual salary for a Database Administrator (DBA) in United States is $118,000, with entry-level professionals earning around $82,000 and top 10% senior specialists earning up to $175,000.

What is the average hourly rate for a Database Administrator (DBA) in United States?

On average, a Database Administrator (DBA) in United States makes approximately $56.73 per hour based on a standard 2,080-hour work year.

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