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Database Administrator Salary in Wisconsin

The median database administrator salary in Wisconsin is $92,920 per year, which is 8% below the national median of $101,000.

Median Salary
$92,920
vs National
$-8,080
State Rank
#30 of 50
Cost of Living
92%

Database Administrator Salary in Wisconsin by Experience

In Wisconsin, an entry-level database administrator earns around $57,040, while experienced professionals earn up to $133,400 per year. The cost of living index in Wisconsin is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$57,040
$-4,960 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$92,000
$-8,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$133,400
$-11,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Wisconsin

Percentile WI Salary
10th Percentile $53,544
25th Percentile $71,208
Median (50th) $92,920
75th Percentile $118,312
90th Percentile $146,289

Major Cities for Database Administrators in Wisconsin

The largest employment areas for database administrators in Wisconsin include Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, and Kenosha. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Milwaukee, WI
Metro area for database administrator employment
Madison, WI
Metro area for database administrator employment
Green Bay, WI
Metro area for database administrator employment
Kenosha, WI
Metro area for database administrator employment
Racine, WI
Metro area for database administrator employment

How to Become a Database Administrator in Wisconsin

Education

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

Key Skills

SQLOraclePostgreSQLMySQLPerformance TuningBackup/Recovery

Job Outlook in Wisconsin

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