Technology Maine (ME) Rank #27 of 50

Database Administrator Salary in Maine

The median database administrator salary in Maine is $95,950 per year, which is 5% below the national median of $101,000.

Median Salary
$95,950
vs National
$-5,050
State Rank
#27 of 50
Cost of Living
98%

Database Administrator Salary in Maine by Experience

In Maine, an entry-level database administrator earns around $58,900, while experienced professionals earn up to $137,750 per year. The cost of living index in Maine is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$58,900
$-3,100 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$95,000
$-5,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$137,750
$-7,250 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Maine

Percentile ME Salary
10th Percentile $55,290
25th Percentile $73,530
Median (50th) $95,950
75th Percentile $122,170
90th Percentile $151,060

Major Cities for Database Administrators in Maine

The largest employment areas for database administrators in Maine include Portland, Lewiston, Bangor, and South Portland. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Portland, ME
Metro area for database administrator employment
Lewiston, ME
Metro area for database administrator employment
Bangor, ME
Metro area for database administrator employment
South Portland, ME
Metro area for database administrator employment
Auburn, ME
Metro area for database administrator employment

How to Become a Database Administrator in Maine

Education

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

Key Skills

SQLOraclePostgreSQLMySQLPerformance TuningBackup/Recovery

Job Outlook in Maine

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