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Database Administrator Salary in Nebraska

The median database administrator salary in Nebraska is $88,880 per year, which is 12% below the national median of $101,000.

Median Salary
$88,880
vs National
$-12,120
State Rank
#37 of 50
Cost of Living
90%

Database Administrator Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level database administrator earns around $54,560, while experienced professionals earn up to $127,600 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$54,560
$-7,440 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$88,000
$-12,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$127,600
$-17,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile NE Salary
10th Percentile $51,216
25th Percentile $68,112
Median (50th) $88,880
75th Percentile $113,168
90th Percentile $139,929

Major Cities for Database Administrators in Nebraska

The largest employment areas for database administrators in Nebraska include Omaha, Lincoln, Bellevue, and Grand Island. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Omaha, NE
Metro area for database administrator employment
Lincoln, NE
Metro area for database administrator employment
Bellevue, NE
Metro area for database administrator employment
Grand Island, NE
Metro area for database administrator employment
Kearney, NE
Metro area for database administrator employment

How to Become a Database Administrator in Nebraska

Education

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

Key Skills

SQLOraclePostgreSQLMySQLPerformance TuningBackup/Recovery

Job Outlook in Nebraska

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