Database Architects Salary in Western North Carolina

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

Median annual salary $78,710 -42.1% vs national
Median hourly $37.84
10th percentile $29,730
90th percentile $153,560
Employed locally 40
National median $135,980

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,730
    25th
    $29,730
    50th (median)
    $78,710
    75th
    $119,730
    90th
    $153,560

    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 Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Computer User Support Specialists $53,440
    Software Developers $109,230
    Computer Systems Analysts $80,050
    Computer Occupations, All Other $66,820
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators $77,040
    Computer Network Architects $94,500

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Database Architects in Western North Carolina is $37.84, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $72.71 or more per hour.

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

    The median Database Architects salary in Western North Carolina is 42.1% 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 Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Database Architects (10th percentile) earn around $29,730 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,730.