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Database Administrator Salary in Utah

The median database administrator salary in Utah is $103,020 per year, which is 2.0% above the national median of $101,000.

Median Salary
$103,020
vs National
+$2,020
State Rank
#15 of 50
Cost of Living
97%

Database Administrator Salary in Utah by Experience

In Utah, an entry-level database administrator earns around $63,240, while experienced professionals earn up to $147,900 per year. The cost of living index in Utah is 97% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$63,240
+$1,240 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$102,000
+$2,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$147,900
+$2,900 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Utah

Percentile UT Salary
10th Percentile $59,364
25th Percentile $78,948
Median (50th) $103,020
75th Percentile $131,172
90th Percentile $162,190

Major Cities for Database Administrators in Utah

The largest employment areas for database administrators in Utah include Salt Lake City, West Valley City, Provo, and West Jordan. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Salt Lake City, UT
Metro area for database administrator employment
West Valley City, UT
Metro area for database administrator employment
Provo, UT
Metro area for database administrator employment
West Jordan, UT
Metro area for database administrator employment
Orem, UT
Metro area for database administrator employment

How to Become a Database Administrator in Utah

Education

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

Key Skills

SQLOraclePostgreSQLMySQLPerformance TuningBackup/Recovery

Job Outlook in Utah

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