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Database Administrator Salary in North Dakota

The median database administrator salary in North Dakota is $86,860 per year, which is 14% below the national median of $101,000.

Median Salary
$86,860
vs National
$-14,140
State Rank
#41 of 50
Cost of Living
90%

Database Administrator Salary in North Dakota by Experience

In North Dakota, an entry-level database administrator earns around $53,320, while experienced professionals earn up to $124,700 per year. The cost of living index in North Dakota is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$53,320
$-8,680 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$86,000
$-14,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$124,700
$-20,300 vs national

Salary Percentiles in North Dakota

Percentile ND Salary
10th Percentile $50,052
25th Percentile $66,564
Median (50th) $86,860
75th Percentile $110,596
90th Percentile $136,749

Major Cities for Database Administrators in North Dakota

The largest employment areas for database administrators in North Dakota include Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, and Minot. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Fargo, ND
Metro area for database administrator employment
Bismarck, ND
Metro area for database administrator employment
Grand Forks, ND
Metro area for database administrator employment
Minot, ND
Metro area for database administrator employment
West Fargo, ND
Metro area for database administrator employment

How to Become a Database Administrator in North Dakota

Education

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

Key Skills

SQLOraclePostgreSQLMySQLPerformance TuningBackup/Recovery

Job Outlook in North Dakota

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