SOC 15-1242 · New York · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Database Administrators in New York is $127,641 per year ($61.37/hr). This is 22% higher than the national median of $104,624. The middle 50% earn between $92,851 and $162,077 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $196,283.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $33.33 | $69,327 | +22.0% |
| P25 | $44.64 | $92,851 | +22.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $61.37 | $127,641 | +22.0% |
| P75 | $77.92 | $162,077 | +22.0% |
| P90 | $94.37 | $196,283 | +22.0% |
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 New York is approximately $127,641, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 22% higher than the national median of $104,624.
Entry-level Database Administrators (10th percentile) in New York earn approximately $69,327 per year. The 25th percentile is $92,851. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $196,283.
New York pays 22% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $104,624 vs $127,641 in New York. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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