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Database Administrator Salary in Minnesota

The median database administrator salary in Minnesota 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
#19 of 50
Cost of Living
97%

Database Administrator Salary in Minnesota by Experience

In Minnesota, 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 Minnesota is 97% 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 Minnesota

Percentile MN 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 Minnesota

The largest employment areas for database administrators in Minnesota include Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Rochester, and Duluth. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Minneapolis, MN
Metro area for database administrator employment
Saint Paul, MN
Metro area for database administrator employment
Rochester, MN
Metro area for database administrator employment
Duluth, MN
Metro area for database administrator employment
Bloomington, MN
Metro area for database administrator employment

How to Become a Database Administrator in Minnesota

Education

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

Key Skills

SQLOraclePostgreSQLMySQLPerformance TuningBackup/Recovery

Job Outlook in Minnesota

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