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Database Administrator Salary in Louisiana

The median database administrator salary in Louisiana is $87,870 per year, which is 13% below the national median of $101,000.

Median Salary
$87,870
vs National
$-13,130
State Rank
#38 of 50
Cost of Living
91%

Database Administrator Salary in Louisiana by Experience

In Louisiana, an entry-level database administrator earns around $53,940, while experienced professionals earn up to $126,150 per year. The cost of living index in Louisiana is 91% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$53,940
$-8,060 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$87,000
$-13,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$126,150
$-18,850 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisiana

Percentile LA Salary
10th Percentile $50,634
25th Percentile $67,338
Median (50th) $87,870
75th Percentile $111,882
90th Percentile $138,339

Major Cities for Database Administrators in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for database administrators in Louisiana include New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, and Lafayette. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

New Orleans, LA
Metro area for database administrator employment
Baton Rouge, LA
Metro area for database administrator employment
Shreveport, LA
Metro area for database administrator employment
Lafayette, LA
Metro area for database administrator employment
Lake Charles, LA
Metro area for database administrator employment

How to Become a Database Administrator in Louisiana

Education

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

Key Skills

SQLOraclePostgreSQLMySQLPerformance TuningBackup/Recovery

Job Outlook in Louisiana

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