Technology Idaho (ID) Rank #28 of 50

Database Administrator Salary in Idaho

The median database administrator salary in Idaho is $94,940 per year, which is 6% below the national median of $101,000.

Median Salary
$94,940
vs National
$-6,060
State Rank
#28 of 50
Cost of Living
94%

Database Administrator Salary in Idaho by Experience

In Idaho, an entry-level database administrator earns around $58,280, while experienced professionals earn up to $136,300 per year. The cost of living index in Idaho is 94% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$58,280
$-3,720 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$94,000
$-6,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$136,300
$-8,700 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Idaho

Percentile ID Salary
10th Percentile $54,708
25th Percentile $72,756
Median (50th) $94,940
75th Percentile $120,884
90th Percentile $149,469

Major Cities for Database Administrators in Idaho

The largest employment areas for database administrators in Idaho include Boise, Meridian, Nampa, and Idaho Falls. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Boise, ID
Metro area for database administrator employment
Meridian, ID
Metro area for database administrator employment
Nampa, ID
Metro area for database administrator employment
Idaho Falls, ID
Metro area for database administrator employment
Pocatello, ID
Metro area for database administrator employment

How to Become a Database Administrator in Idaho

Education

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

Key Skills

SQLOraclePostgreSQLMySQLPerformance TuningBackup/Recovery

Job Outlook in Idaho

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