Technology Albuquerque, NM Pop. 564,559

Database Administrator Salary in Albuquerque, New Mexico

The median database administrator salary in Albuquerque, NM is $95,950 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 2.2% above the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$95,950
vs State Avg
+$2,020
vs National
$-5,050
Cost of Living
95%

Database Administrator Salary in Albuquerque by Experience

In Albuquerque, an entry-level database administrator earns around $58,900, while experienced professionals earn up to $137,750 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% 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 Albuquerque, NM

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

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How to Become a Database Administrator in Albuquerque

Education

Most database administrator positions require a bachelor's degree. Albuquerque and the surrounding New Mexico area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

SQLOraclePostgreSQLMySQLPerformance TuningBackup/Recovery

Job Outlook

Nationally, database administrator employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Albuquerque may vary based on local industry and population growth.