Database Architects Salary in San Jose, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA

Median annual salary $166,210 +22.2% vs national
Median hourly $79.91
10th percentile $124,990
90th percentile
Employed locally 930
National median $135,980

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $124,990
    25th
    $124,990
    50th (median)
    $166,210
    75th
    $220,750

    San Jose economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $157,444 2023 • Census ACS
    Database Architects salary vs area income 106% Median Database Architects salary is 6% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Database Architects make per hour in San Jose?

    The median hourly wage for Database Architects in San Jose, CA is $79.91, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $126.81 or more per hour.

    Is San Jose above or below average for Database Architects salaries?

    The median Database Architects salary in San Jose, CA is 22.2% above 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 San Jose?

    Entry-level Database Architects (10th percentile) earn around $124,990 per year in San Jose, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $124,990.