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Database Administrator Salary in Arizona

The median database administrator salary in Arizona is $99,990 per year, which is 1% below the national median of $101,000.

Median Salary
$99,990
vs National
$-1,010
State Rank
#20 of 50
Cost of Living
97%

Database Administrator Salary in Arizona by Experience

In Arizona, an entry-level database administrator earns around $61,380, while experienced professionals earn up to $143,550 per year. The cost of living index in Arizona is 97% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$61,380
$-620 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$99,000
$-1,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$143,550
$-1,450 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Arizona

Percentile AZ Salary
10th Percentile $57,618
25th Percentile $76,626
Median (50th) $99,990
75th Percentile $127,314
90th Percentile $157,420

Major Cities for Database Administrators in Arizona

The largest employment areas for database administrators in Arizona include Phoenix, Tucson, Mesa, and Scottsdale. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Phoenix, AZ
Metro area for database administrator employment
Tucson, AZ
Metro area for database administrator employment
Mesa, AZ
Metro area for database administrator employment
Scottsdale, AZ
Metro area for database administrator employment
Chandler, AZ
Metro area for database administrator employment

How to Become a Database Administrator in Arizona

Education

Most database administrator positions require a bachelor's degree. Arizona has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

SQLOraclePostgreSQLMySQLPerformance TuningBackup/Recovery

Job Outlook in Arizona

Nationally, database administrator employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Arizona's demand may vary based on local industry trends.