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Database Administrator Salary in Phoenix, Arizona

The median database administrator salary in Phoenix, AZ is $103,020 per year, which is 2.0% above the national median and 3.0% above the Arizona state average.

City Median
$103,020
vs State Avg
+$3,030
vs National
+$2,020
Cost of Living
100%

Database Administrator Salary in Phoenix by Experience

In Phoenix, an entry-level database administrator earns around $63,240, while experienced professionals earn up to $147,900 per year. The local cost of living index is 100% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$63,240
+$1,240 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$102,000
+$2,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$147,900
+$2,900 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Phoenix, AZ

Percentile Phoenix
10th Percentile $59,364
25th Percentile $78,948
Median (50th) $103,020
75th Percentile $131,172
90th Percentile $162,190

Database Administrator Salary in Other Arizona Cities

How to Become a Database Administrator in Phoenix

Education

Most database administrator positions require a bachelor's degree. Phoenix and the surrounding Arizona area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

SQLOraclePostgreSQLMySQLPerformance TuningBackup/Recovery

Job Outlook

Nationally, database administrator employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Phoenix may vary based on local industry and population growth.