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Database Administrator Salary in Georgia

The median database administrator salary in Georgia is $96,960 per year, which is 4% below the national median of $101,000.

Median Salary
$96,960
vs National
$-4,040
State Rank
#25 of 50
Cost of Living
93%

Database Administrator Salary in Georgia by Experience

In Georgia, an entry-level database administrator earns around $59,520, while experienced professionals earn up to $139,200 per year. The cost of living index in Georgia is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$59,520
$-2,480 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$96,000
$-4,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$139,200
$-5,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Georgia

Percentile GA Salary
10th Percentile $55,872
25th Percentile $74,304
Median (50th) $96,960
75th Percentile $123,456
90th Percentile $152,650

Major Cities for Database Administrators in Georgia

The largest employment areas for database administrators in Georgia include Atlanta, Augusta, Savannah, and Columbus. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Atlanta, GA
Metro area for database administrator employment
Augusta, GA
Metro area for database administrator employment
Savannah, GA
Metro area for database administrator employment
Columbus, GA
Metro area for database administrator employment
Athens, GA
Metro area for database administrator employment

How to Become a Database Administrator in Georgia

Education

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

Key Skills

SQLOraclePostgreSQLMySQLPerformance TuningBackup/Recovery

Job Outlook in Georgia

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