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Database Administrator Salary in Texas

The median database administrator salary in Texas is $98,980 per year, which is 2% below the national median of $101,000.

Median Salary
$98,980
vs National
$-2,020
State Rank
#23 of 50
Cost of Living
92%

Database Administrator Salary in Texas by Experience

In Texas, an entry-level database administrator earns around $60,760, while experienced professionals earn up to $142,100 per year. The cost of living index in Texas is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$60,760
$-1,240 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$98,000
$-2,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$142,100
$-2,900 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Texas

Percentile TX Salary
10th Percentile $57,036
25th Percentile $75,852
Median (50th) $98,980
75th Percentile $126,028
90th Percentile $155,830

Major Cities for Database Administrators in Texas

The largest employment areas for database administrators in Texas include Houston, Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Houston, TX
Metro area for database administrator employment
Dallas, TX
Metro area for database administrator employment
Austin, TX
Metro area for database administrator employment
San Antonio, TX
Metro area for database administrator employment
Fort Worth, TX
Metro area for database administrator employment

How to Become a Database Administrator in Texas

Education

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

Key Skills

SQLOraclePostgreSQLMySQLPerformance TuningBackup/Recovery

Job Outlook in Texas

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