Database Administrators Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $77,480 -25.9% vs national
Median hourly $37.25
10th percentile $43,340
90th percentile $130,930
Employed locally 40
National median $104,620

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,340
    25th
    $57,160
    50th (median)
    $77,480
    75th
    $87,480
    90th
    $130,930

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Computer User Support Specialists $54,940
    Software Developers $96,660
    Computer Occupations, All Other $73,110
    Computer Systems Analysts $80,930
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators $73,230
    Data Scientists $78,160

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Database Administrators in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $37.25, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.95 or more per hour.

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

    The median Database Administrators salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 25.9% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Database Administrators (10th percentile) earn around $43,340 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $57,160.