How much does a database architect make in Portland?
$143,400a year
Median yearly pay for database architects in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area. That is $68.95 an hour or $11,950 a month.
- Hourly
- $68.95
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 33 of 132
- Jobs in the area
- 560
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $100,800Median: $143,400Highest 10%: $194,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $100,800 | $48.47 | |
| 25th | $120,400 | $57.89 | |
| Median | $143,400 | $68.95 | |
| 75th | $161,900 | $77.84 | |
| 90th | $194,200 | $93.35 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for database architects.
| Salem, OR | $126,700 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Computer and Information Research Scientist | $206,200 |
| Software Developer | $156,000 |
| Computer Network Architect | $137,200 |
| Data Scientist | $129,600 |
| Actuary | $129,100 |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,400 |
| Web and Digital Interface Designer | $120,600 |
| Software Quality Assurance Analyst and Tester | $109,800 |
| Computer Occupation | $104,000 |
| Database Administrator | $103,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a database architect make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area is $68.95 ($143,400 a year).
Do database architects make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $143,400 against $139,500 nationally, 3% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $138,300, so Portland pays 4% more.
Where does Portland rank for database architect pay?
33 of 132 metro areas with data.
How much does a database architect make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $100,800 or less a year; the top 10% make $194,200 or more.
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.