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Database Systems Administrator

Average Database Systems Administrator Salary

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$65,080
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$46k
MEDIAN
$65k
90%
$95k

The average salary for a Database Systems Administrator is $65,080 in 2025

Base Salary
$46k - $95k
Bonus
$512 - $9k
Profit Sharing
$413 - $10k
Commission
$1k - $20k
Total Pay
$43k - $95k
Based on 12,116 salary profiles (last updated Mar 02 2022)
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3.8 out of 5
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Common Health Benefits for a Database Systems Administrator

Medical
84%
Dental
77%
Vision
68%
None
15%

Gender Breakdown for Database Systems Administrators

Male
82.3%
Female
17.0%
Prefer to self-define
0.7%
This data is based on 7,328 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Database Systems Administrators

What is the highest pay for Database Systems Administrators?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Database Systems Administrator is $95k / year

What is the lowest pay for Database Systems Administrators?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Database Systems Administrator is $46k / year

How can Database Systems Administrators increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Database Systems Administrator is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Database Systems Administrator that oversees more junior Database Systems Administrators, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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