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Database Administrator Salary in South Dakota

The median database administrator salary in South Dakota is $83,830 per year, which is 17% below the national median of $101,000.

Median Salary
$83,830
vs National
$-17,170
State Rank
#45 of 50
Cost of Living
88%

Database Administrator Salary in South Dakota by Experience

In South Dakota, an entry-level database administrator earns around $51,460, while experienced professionals earn up to $120,350 per year. The cost of living index in South Dakota is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$51,460
$-10,540 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$83,000
$-17,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$120,350
$-24,650 vs national

Salary Percentiles in South Dakota

Percentile SD Salary
10th Percentile $48,306
25th Percentile $64,242
Median (50th) $83,830
75th Percentile $106,738
90th Percentile $131,978

Major Cities for Database Administrators in South Dakota

The largest employment areas for database administrators in South Dakota include Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Aberdeen, and Brookings. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Sioux Falls, SD
Metro area for database administrator employment
Rapid City, SD
Metro area for database administrator employment
Aberdeen, SD
Metro area for database administrator employment
Brookings, SD
Metro area for database administrator employment
Mitchell, SD
Metro area for database administrator employment

How to Become a Database Administrator in South Dakota

Education

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

Key Skills

SQLOraclePostgreSQLMySQLPerformance TuningBackup/Recovery

Job Outlook in South Dakota

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