What are the main factors that influence a Database Administrator Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Database Administrator Manager's salary?

A Database Administrator Manager's salary grows with experience: a Database Administrator I (0-2 years)earns $74,354, a Database Administrator II (2-4 years)earns $107,569, a Database Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $120,535, a Database Administrator IV (7+ years)earns $141,001, a Database Administrator Manager (7+ years)earns $158,068,

What are the highest paying states for a Database Administrator Manager?

Database Administrator Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Database Administrator Manager roles are District of Columbia $171,906, California $171,253, Massachusetts $168,971. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Database Administrator Manager roles make?

Salaries for Database Administrator Manager level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Manager - Database Administrator: $156,152; Database Administrator IV: $136,864; Oracle Database Administrator: $124,401; Database Administrator III: $116,999; Database Administrator: $105,564.

Database Administrator Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Database Administrator Manager make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Database Administrator Manager in Delaware is $157,590 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $76.

However, a Database Administrator Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $181,787
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $145,060 to $170,256
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $133,651

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Database Administrator Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$170,256	$14,188	$3,274	$82
Average	$157,590	$13,133	$3,031	$76
25th Percentile	$145,060	$12,088	$2,790	$70

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Key Factors That Influence Database Administrator Manager Salaries

A Database Administrator Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Database Administrator Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Database Administrator Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $74,354
Early Career (1-2 years): $107,569
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $120,535
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $141,001
Expert (over 8 years): $158,068

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Database ... Level Database Administrator Manager	$74,354
Database ... Level Database Administrator Manager	$107,569
Database ... Level Database Administrator Manager	$120,535
Database ... Level Database Administrator Manager	$141,001
Database ... Level Database Administrator Manager	$158,068

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How Do Database Administrator Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Database Administrator Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $171,906.
California: $171,253.
Massachusetts: $168,971.

District of Columbia $171,906 California $171,253 Massachusetts $168,971 Washington $168,350 New Jersey $168,288 Alaska $168,071 Connecticut $165,928 New York $165,059

Hawaii $162,279 Rhode Island $160,975 Maryland $160,090 Minnesota $158,879 Colorado $158,413 Illinois $158,258 Oregon $157,668 Delaware $157,233

New Hampshire $156,960 Virginia $156,348 Pennsylvania $154,563 Nevada $153,662 North Dakota $153,367 Michigan $152,902 Wisconsin $152,731 Vermont $152,389

Texas $151,442 Maine $151,380 Arizona $151,287 Ohio $151,178 Georgia $149,750 Indiana $149,036 Wyoming $148,896 Utah $148,678

Iowa $148,585 Kansas $147,840 Louisiana $147,623 North Carolina $147,545 Missouri $147,514 Florida $146,908 Montana $146,582 Nebraska $146,272

Kentucky $146,101 South Carolina $145,480 Tennessee $145,092 Idaho $144,937 New Mexico $143,803 Oklahoma $143,555 Alabama $142,639 South Dakota $141,102

Arkansas $140,263 West Virginia $139,813 Mississippi $138,462

Top Paying Cities for Database Administrator Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $162,730
Little Creek: $161,224
Magnolia: $161,891

Lincoln, DE $162,730 Little Creek, DE $161,224 Magnolia, DE $161,891 Milford, DE $162,730 Marydel, DE $160,618 Millsboro, DE $162,730 Millville, DE $163,816 Milton, DE $162,730

Nassau, DE $162,730 Ocean View, DE $163,816 Rehoboth Beach, DE $163,816 Seaford, DE $161,022 Selbyville, DE $163,816 Smyrna, DE $160,432 Viola, DE $161,891 Woodside, DE $161,425

Bear, DE $159,252 Newark, DE $159,314 Claymont, DE $159,438 Delaware City, DE $159,314 Hockessin, DE $159,438 Kirkwood, DE $159,314 Middletown, DE $160,106 Montchanin, DE $159,438

New Castle, DE $159,438 Odessa, DE $160,323 Port Penn, DE $158,879 Rockland, DE $159,438 Saint Georges, DE $159,314 Townsend, DE $160,090 Winterthur, DE $159,438 Lewes, DE $162,730

Wilmington, DE $159,438 Dover, DE $161,146 Dover Afb, DE $161,519 Bethany Beach, DE $163,816 Bethel, DE $161,022 Bridgeville, DE $162,730 Camden Wyoming, DE $161,317 Cheswold, DE $160,773

Clayton, DE $160,370 Dagsboro, DE $163,816 Delmar, DE $161,022 Ellendale, DE $162,730 Felton, DE $162,730 Fenwick Island, DE $163,816 Frankford, DE $163,816 Frederica, DE $162,730

Georgetown, DE $162,730 Greenwood, DE $162,730 Harbeson, DE $162,730 Harrington, DE $162,730 Hartly, DE $160,292 Houston, DE $162,730 Kenton, DE $160,370 Laurel, DE $161,022

Yorklyn, DE $159,438

Database Administrator Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Database Administrator Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$145,060

Average $157,590/year

$170,256

$12,088

Average $13,133/month

$14,188

$2,790

Average $3,031/week

$3,274

$70

Average $76/hour

$82

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$170,256	$14,188	$3,274	$82
Average	$157,590	$13,133	$3,031	$76
25th Percentile	$145,060	$12,088	$2,790	$70

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