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How much does a database architect make in Virginia?

$160,400a year

Median yearly pay for database architects in Virginia. That is $77.10 an hour or $13,360 a month.

Hourly
$77.10
Vs. national median
+15%
Rank among states
3 of 46
Jobs in the state
5,260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $105,200Median: $160,400Highest 10%: $210,200
PercentileYearlyHourly
10th$105,200$50.58
25th$125,500$60.36
Median$160,400$77.10
75th$176,600$84.91
90th$210,200$101.04

Cities in Virginia

Metro areas, median yearly pay.

Washington, DC$162,900
Virginia Beach, VA$135,100
Richmond, VA$133,800
Charlottesville, VA$122,800
Roanoke, VA$120,500
Salaries for every job in Virginia

Nearby in the ranking

States with similar pay for database architects.

1. California$170,200
2. Massachusetts$161,700
3. Virginia$160,400
4. Arizona$156,100
5. Colorado$154,600
6. Texas$151,400
Database Architect salary in all states

Frequently asked questions

How much does a database architect make an hour in Virginia?

The median hourly pay in Virginia is $77.10 ($160,400 a year).

Do database architects make more in Virginia than the national average?

Yes: $160,400 against $139,500 nationally, 15% more.

Where does Virginia rank for database architect pay?

Virginia ranks 3 of 46 states.

Which city in Virginia pays database architects the most?

Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $162,900 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.