Database Administrators Salary in Maryland

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Maryland nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $101,760 -2.7% vs national
Median hourly $48.92
10th percentile $55,960
90th percentile $120,290
Employed locally 30
National median $104,620

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $55,960
    25th
    $67,340
    50th (median)
    $101,760
    75th
    $120,290
    90th
    $120,290

    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 Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Computer User Support Specialists $54,840
    Software Developers $132,590
    Computer Systems Analysts $90,170
    Computer Network Support Specialists $80,420
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators $81,600
    Web Developers $111,750

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Database Administrators make per hour in Maryland?

    The median hourly wage for Database Administrators in Maryland is $48.92, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $63.49 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Database Administrators salaries?

    The median Database Administrators salary in Maryland is 2.7% 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Database Administrators (10th percentile) earn around $55,960 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $67,340.