SOC 15-1242 · Colorado · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Database Administrators in Colorado is $112,994 per year ($54.32/hr). This is 8% higher than the national median of $104,624. The middle 50% earn between $82,196 and $143,478 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $173,759.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $29.51 | $61,372 | +8.0% |
| P25 | $39.52 | $82,196 | +8.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $54.32 | $112,994 | +8.0% |
| P75 | $68.98 | $143,478 | +8.0% |
| P90 | $83.54 | $173,759 | +8.0% |
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 Colorado is approximately $112,994, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 8% higher than the national median of $104,624.
Entry-level Database Administrators (10th percentile) in Colorado earn approximately $61,372 per year. The 25th percentile is $82,196. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $173,759.
Colorado pays 8% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $104,624 vs $112,994 in Colorado. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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