Database Architects Salary in Central North Carolina

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

Median annual salary $118,470 -12.9% vs national
Median hourly $56.96
10th percentile $62,760
90th percentile $157,490
Employed locally 30
National median $135,980

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $62,760
    25th
    $89,920
    50th (median)
    $118,470
    75th
    $127,310
    90th
    $157,490

    Top-paying metros for Database Architects

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $188,120
    Boulder, CO $174,880
    Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT $170,960
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $170,700
    Tulsa, OK $167,760
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $166,210

    Related occupations in Central North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Computer User Support Specialists $50,870
    Software Developers $122,040
    Computer Systems Analysts $95,470
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators $78,430
    Computer Occupations, All Other $93,370
    Data Scientists $93,790

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Database Architects make per hour in Central North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Database Architects in Central North Carolina is $56.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $75.72 or more per hour.

    Is Central North Carolina above or below average for Database Architects salaries?

    The median Database Architects salary in Central North Carolina is 12.9% below the national median of $135,980. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Database Architects in Central North Carolina?

    Entry-level Database Architects (10th percentile) earn around $62,760 per year in Central North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $89,920.