Database Architects Salary in Central Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $128,510 -5.5% vs national
Median hourly $61.78
10th percentile $67,410
90th percentile $150,940
Employed locally 30
National median $135,980

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $67,410
    25th
    $103,220
    50th (median)
    $128,510
    75th
    $136,080
    90th
    $150,940

    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 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 Architects make per hour in Central Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Database Architects in Central Pennsylvania is $61.78, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $72.57 or more per hour.

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

    The median Database Architects salary in Central Pennsylvania is 5.5% 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 Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Database Architects (10th percentile) earn around $67,410 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $103,220.