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Database Administrator Salary in Illinois

The median database administrator salary in Illinois is $101,000 per year, which is 0.0% above the national median of $101,000.

Median Salary
$101,000
vs National
+$0
State Rank
#18 of 50
Cost of Living
95%

Database Administrator Salary in Illinois by Experience

In Illinois, an entry-level database administrator earns around $62,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $145,000 per year. The cost of living index in Illinois is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$62,000
+$0 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$100,000
+$0 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$145,000
+$0 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Illinois

Percentile IL Salary
10th Percentile $58,200
25th Percentile $77,400
Median (50th) $101,000
75th Percentile $128,600
90th Percentile $159,010

Major Cities for Database Administrators in Illinois

The largest employment areas for database administrators in Illinois include Chicago, Aurora, Naperville, and Rockford. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Chicago, IL
Metro area for database administrator employment
Aurora, IL
Metro area for database administrator employment
Naperville, IL
Metro area for database administrator employment
Rockford, IL
Metro area for database administrator employment
Springfield, IL
Metro area for database administrator employment

How to Become a Database Administrator in Illinois

Education

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

Key Skills

SQLOraclePostgreSQLMySQLPerformance TuningBackup/Recovery

Job Outlook in Illinois

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