SOC 15-1242 · California · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Database Administrators in California is $123,456 per year ($59.35/hr). This is 18% higher than the national median of $104,624. The middle 50% earn between $89,806 and $156,763 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $189,848.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $32.24 | $67,054 | +18.0% |
| P25 | $43.18 | $89,806 | +18.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $59.35 | $123,456 | +18.0% |
| P75 | $75.37 | $156,763 | +18.0% |
| P90 | $91.27 | $189,848 | +18.0% |
Information sector openings declined modestly (-9K) in February. Quit rates dropped to 1.3%, the lowest in a decade. The "Great Stay" is strongest in tech: employees are staying put, giving employers maximum leverage on new offers.
The median (P50) annual salary for Database Administrators in California is approximately $123,456, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 18% higher than the national median of $104,624.
Entry-level Database Administrators (10th percentile) in California earn approximately $67,054 per year. The 25th percentile is $89,806. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $189,848.
California pays 18% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $104,624 vs $123,456 in California. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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