Database Administrators Salary in Central Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $77,780 -25.7% vs national
Median hourly $37.40
10th percentile $47,010
90th percentile $121,670
Employed locally 50
National median $104,620

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,010
    25th
    $57,470
    50th (median)
    $77,780
    75th
    $107,370
    90th
    $121,670

    Top-paying metros for Database Administrators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $148,430
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $133,310
    New Jersey $128,970
    Crestview-Fort Walton Beach-Destin, FL $128,810
    District of Columbia $128,440
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $126,810

    Related occupations in Central Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Computer User Support Specialists $53,100
    Software Developers $107,920
    Computer Systems Analysts $91,530
    Computer Occupations, All Other $84,580
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators $83,630
    Computer Network Architects $108,880

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Database Administrators make per hour in Central Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Database Administrators in Central Pennsylvania is $37.40, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.85 or more per hour.

    Is Central Pennsylvania above or below average for Database Administrators salaries?

    The median Database Administrators salary in Central Pennsylvania is 25.7% below the national median of $104,620. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Database Administrators in Central Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Database Administrators (10th percentile) earn around $47,010 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $57,470.