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Database Administrator Salary in Arkansas

The median database administrator salary in Arkansas is $78,780 per year, which is 22% below the national median of $101,000.

Median Salary
$78,780
vs National
$-22,220
State Rank
#48 of 50
Cost of Living
84%

Database Administrator Salary in Arkansas by Experience

In Arkansas, an entry-level database administrator earns around $48,360, while experienced professionals earn up to $113,100 per year. The cost of living index in Arkansas is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$48,360
$-13,640 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$78,000
$-22,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$113,100
$-31,900 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Arkansas

Percentile AR Salary
10th Percentile $45,396
25th Percentile $60,372
Median (50th) $78,780
75th Percentile $100,308
90th Percentile $124,028

Major Cities for Database Administrators in Arkansas

The largest employment areas for database administrators in Arkansas include Little Rock, Fort Smith, Fayetteville, and Springdale. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Little Rock, AR
Metro area for database administrator employment
Fort Smith, AR
Metro area for database administrator employment
Fayetteville, AR
Metro area for database administrator employment
Springdale, AR
Metro area for database administrator employment
Jonesboro, AR
Metro area for database administrator employment

How to Become a Database Administrator in Arkansas

Education

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

Key Skills

SQLOraclePostgreSQLMySQLPerformance TuningBackup/Recovery

Job Outlook in Arkansas

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