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Database Administrator Salary in Scottsdale, Arizona

The median database administrator salary in Scottsdale, AZ is $115,140 per year, which is 14.0% above the national median and 15.2% above the Arizona state average.

City Median
$115,140
vs State Avg
+$15,150
vs National
+$14,140
Cost of Living
112%

Database Administrator Salary in Scottsdale by Experience

In Scottsdale, an entry-level database administrator earns around $70,680, while experienced professionals earn up to $165,300 per year. The local cost of living index is 112% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$70,680
+$8,680 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$114,000
+$14,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$165,300
+$20,300 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Scottsdale, AZ

Percentile Scottsdale
10th Percentile $66,348
25th Percentile $88,236
Median (50th) $115,140
75th Percentile $146,604
90th Percentile $181,271

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How to Become a Database Administrator in Scottsdale

Education

Most database administrator positions require a bachelor's degree. Scottsdale 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 Scottsdale may vary based on local industry and population growth.