Database Administrators
Administer, test, and implement computer databases, applying knowledge of database management systems. Coordinate changes to computer databases. Identify, investigate, and resolve database performance issues, database capacity, and database scalability. May plan, coordinate, and implement security measures to safeguard computer databases.Salary by State
| State Name | Employment | Annual Salary | Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 2,210 | $82,730 | $39.78 | |
| Alaska | 110 | $92,280 | $44.36 | |
| Arizona | 1,760 | $93,990 | $45.19 | |
| Arkansas | 390 | $76,760 | $36.91 | |
| California | 8,200 | $106,250 | $51.08 | |
| Colorado | 1,820 | $98,780 | $47.49 | |
| Connecticut | 1,030 | $105,420 | $50.68 | |
| Delaware | 730 | $94,630 | $45.49 | |
| District of Columbia | 570 | $104,010 | $50.00 | |
| Florida | 4,610 | $93,990 | $45.19 | |
| Georgia | 3,850 | $88,920 | $42.75 | |
| Hawaii | 130 | $92,650 | $44.55 | |
| Idaho | 280 | $75,250 | $36.18 | |
| Illinois | 5,380 | $97,700 | $46.97 | |
| Indiana | 1,140 | $82,000 | $39.42 | |
| Iowa | 550 | $90,260 | $43.39 | |
| Kansas | 580 | $89,040 | $42.81 | |
| Kentucky | 590 | $74,680 | $35.90 | |
| Louisiana | 320 | $94,270 | $45.32 | |
| Maine | 220 | $104,840 | $50.41 | |
| Maryland | 2,150 | $100,350 | $48.25 | |
| Massachusetts | 2,670 | $113,750 | $54.69 | |
| Michigan | 1,410 | $84,430 | $40.59 | |
| Minnesota | 1,720 | $95,910 | $46.11 | |
| Mississippi | 270 | $77,030 | $37.04 | |
| Missouri | 1,590 | $87,580 | $42.11 | |
| Montana | 230 | $72,590 | $34.90 | |
| Nebraska | 660 | $87,280 | $41.96 | |
| Nevada | 440 | $84,700 | $40.72 | |
| New Hampshire | 250 | $103,280 | $49.65 | |
| New Jersey | 2,320 | $124,930 | $60.06 | |
| New Mexico | 590 | $82,300 | $39.57 | |
| New York | 4,940 | $107,260 | $51.57 | |
| North Carolina | 2,760 | $98,500 | $47.36 | |
| North Dakota | 80 | $66,860 | $32.15 | |
| Ohio | 2,700 | $89,080 | $42.83 | |
| Oklahoma | 1,190 | $74,200 | $35.67 | |
| Oregon | 780 | $97,980 | $47.11 | |
| Pennsylvania | 4,070 | $82,000 | $39.42 | |
| Rhode Island | 320 | $107,040 | $51.46 | |
| South Carolina | 610 | $83,180 | $39.99 | |
| South Dakota | 130 | $83,280 | $40.04 | |
| Tennessee | 1,520 | $87,850 | $42.24 | |
| Texas | 7,070 | $98,910 | $47.56 | |
| Utah | 1,400 | $90,850 | $43.68 | |
| Vermont | 160 | $80,360 | $38.64 | |
| Virginia | 5,230 | $100,930 | $48.52 | |
| Washington | 2,310 | $109,490 | $52.64 | |
| West Virginia | 290 | $70,110 | $33.71 | |
| Wisconsin | 1,380 | $87,160 | $41.90 | |
| Wyoming | 110 | $71,800 | $34.52 |
Education
The programs listed below are typically the education paths that can land you this kind of job.
A general program that focuses on computing, computer science, and information science and systems. Such programs are undifferentiated as to title and content and are not to be confused with specific programs in computer science, information science, or related support services.
A program that prepares individuals to design and manage the construction of databases and related software programs and applications, including the linking of individual data sets to create complex searchable databases (warehousing) and the use of analytical search tools (mining). Includes instruction in database theory, logic, and semantics; operational and warehouse modeling; dimensionality; attributes and hierarchies; data definition; technical architecture; access and security design; integration; formatting and extraction; data delivery; index design; implementation problems; planning and budgeting; and client and networking issues.
A program that prepares individuals to assess the security needs of computer and network systems, recommend safeguard solutions, and manage the implementation, auditing, and maintenance of security devices, systems, and procedures. Includes instruction in computer architecture, programming, and systems analysis; networking; telecommunications; cryptography; security system auditing and design; applicable law and regulations; risk assessment and policy analysis; contingency planning; user access issues; investigation techniques; and troubleshooting.
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$96,550 per yearNational average salaryModerateJob growth rate
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Bachelor's degreeTypical education requirement
Educational Attainment
The following chart shows the highest education level completed by those working as database administrators.
- Less than high school 0%
- High school graduate 6%
- College dropout 12%
- Associate’s degree 7%
- Bachelor’s degree 45%
- Master’s degree 26%
- Doctorate degree 3%
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