Database Architects Salary in Southwest Virginia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $155,160 +14.1% vs national
Median hourly $74.60
10th percentile $122,960
90th percentile $198,060
Employed locally 30
National median $135,980

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $122,960
    25th
    $155,160
    50th (median)
    $155,160
    75th
    $155,170
    90th
    $198,060

    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 Southwest Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Software Developers $109,860
    Computer User Support Specialists $49,290
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators $78,990
    Computer Systems Analysts $93,090
    Information Security Analysts $107,360
    Computer Network Support Specialists $61,880

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Database Architects make per hour in Southwest Virginia?

    The median hourly wage for Database Architects in Southwest Virginia is $74.60, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $95.22 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Virginia above or below average for Database Architects salaries?

    The median Database Architects salary in Southwest Virginia is 14.1% 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 Southwest Virginia?

    Entry-level Database Architects (10th percentile) earn around $122,960 per year in Southwest Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $155,160.