Database Administrators pay in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue
In Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue (WA), the median pay for database administrators is $64.03 an hour ($133,180 a year). About 1,010 people work in this job there.
That is 27% higher than the U.S. median ($104,620). It is 13% higher than the Washington median ($118,140).
Pay range for database administrators in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue (WA)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $34.17 | $71,080 |
| 25% of workers | $47.62 | $99,040 |
| Half of workers (median) | $64.03 | $133,180 |
| 75% of workers | $79.08 | $164,490 |
| 90% of workers | $87.27 | $181,520 |
Database Administrators pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue (this page) | $133,180 | 1,010 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $115,330 | 390 |
| Bellingham | $111,990 | 30 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $99,140 | 70 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for database administrators
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 4 to 6 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: -0.1% over ten years, little or no change · about 3,300 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
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