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Database Administrator Salary in New Mexico

The median database administrator salary in New Mexico is $93,930 per year, which is 7% below the national median of $101,000.

Median Salary
$93,930
vs National
$-7,070
State Rank
#29 of 50
Cost of Living
93%

Database Administrator Salary in New Mexico by Experience

In New Mexico, an entry-level database administrator earns around $57,660, while experienced professionals earn up to $134,850 per year. The cost of living index in New Mexico is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$57,660
$-4,340 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$93,000
$-7,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$134,850
$-10,150 vs national

Salary Percentiles in New Mexico

Percentile NM Salary
10th Percentile $54,126
25th Percentile $71,982
Median (50th) $93,930
75th Percentile $119,598
90th Percentile $147,879

Major Cities for Database Administrators in New Mexico

The largest employment areas for database administrators in New Mexico include Albuquerque, Las Cruces, Rio Rancho, and Santa Fe. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Albuquerque, NM
Metro area for database administrator employment
Las Cruces, NM
Metro area for database administrator employment
Rio Rancho, NM
Metro area for database administrator employment
Santa Fe, NM
Metro area for database administrator employment
Roswell, NM
Metro area for database administrator employment

How to Become a Database Administrator in New Mexico

Education

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

Key Skills

SQLOraclePostgreSQLMySQLPerformance TuningBackup/Recovery

Job Outlook in New Mexico

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