Technology Delaware (DE) Rank #16 of 50

Database Administrator Salary in Delaware

The median database administrator salary in Delaware is $102,010 per year, which is 1.0% above the national median of $101,000.

Median Salary
$102,010
vs National
+$1,010
State Rank
#16 of 50
Cost of Living
101%

Database Administrator Salary in Delaware by Experience

In Delaware, an entry-level database administrator earns around $62,620, while experienced professionals earn up to $146,450 per year. The cost of living index in Delaware is 101% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$62,620
+$620 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$101,000
+$1,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$146,450
+$1,450 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Delaware

Percentile DE Salary
10th Percentile $58,782
25th Percentile $78,174
Median (50th) $102,010
75th Percentile $129,886
90th Percentile $160,600

Major Cities for Database Administrators in Delaware

The largest employment areas for database administrators in Delaware include Wilmington, Dover, Newark, and Middletown. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Wilmington, DE
Metro area for database administrator employment
Dover, DE
Metro area for database administrator employment
Newark, DE
Metro area for database administrator employment
Middletown, DE
Metro area for database administrator employment
Bear, DE
Metro area for database administrator employment

How to Become a Database Administrator in Delaware

Education

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

Key Skills

SQLOraclePostgreSQLMySQLPerformance TuningBackup/Recovery

Job Outlook in Delaware

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