How much does a database administrator make in Washington?
$118,100a year
Median yearly pay for database administrators in Washington. That is $56.80 an hour or $9,845 a month.
- Hourly
- $56.80
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,730
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $72,170Median: $118,100Highest 10%: $170,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $72,170 | $34.70 | |
| 25th | $97,330 | $46.79 | |
| Median | $118,100 | $56.80 | |
| 75th | $145,800 | $70.10 | |
| 90th | $170,700 | $82.07 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $133,200 |
| Olympia, WA | $115,300 |
| Bellingham, WA | $112,000 |
| Portland, OR | $103,100 |
| Spokane, WA | $99,140 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for database administrators.
| 4. Maryland | $124,300 |
| 5. District of Columbia | $118,500 |
| 6. Colorado | $118,300 |
| 7. Washington | $118,100 |
| 8. Tennessee | $115,500 |
| 9. Texas | $114,400 |
| 10. North Carolina | $113,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a database administrator make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $56.80 ($118,100 a year).
Do database administrators make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $118,100 against $104,600 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Washington rank for database administrator pay?
Washington ranks 7 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays database administrators the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $133,200 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.