As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Database Specialist in the US is $120,100, equivalent to $58 per hour, $2,310 weekly, or $10,008 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Database Specialist in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Database Specialist in the US vary widely, spanning from $102,683 to $141,350. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($110,983) and 75th percentile ($131,223), while top earners (90th percentile) make $141,350 per year. This $20,240 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Computer Science, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Database Specialist often earn 11.3% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 65 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Database Specialist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Database Specialist Salary $102,683 US May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Database Specialist Salary $110,983 US May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Database Specialist Salary $120,100 US May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Database Specialist Salary $131,223 US May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Database Specialist Salary $141,350 US May 18, 2021
25% $110,983 10% $102,683 90% $141,350 75% $131,223 $120,100 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Database Specialist ?

Database administrators (DBAs) use specialized software to store and organize data. The role may include capacity planning, installation, configuration, database design, migration, performance monitoring, security, troubleshooting, as well as backup and data recovery....

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Database Specialist in the United States. The base salary for Database Specialist ranges from $110,983 to $131,223 with the average base salary of $120,100. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $118,104 to $149,039 with the average total cash compensation of $133,165.

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