Database Administrator Salary in California
Explore database administrator salaries in California including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CA
$123,648
Monthly: $10,304
Biweekly: $4,756
Entry Level
$74,418
Monthly: $6,202
Biweekly: $2,862
Senior Level
$169,444
Monthly: $14,120
Biweekly: $6,517
Job Growth
18%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $74,418 | $123,648 | $169,444 |
| Monthly | $6,202 | $10,304 | $14,120 |
| Biweekly | $2,862 | $4,756 | $6,517 |
| Weekly | $1,431 | $2,378 | $3,259 |
| Hourly | $36 | $59 | $81 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$96,600
CA Median
$123,648
Difference
+$27,048
Multiplier
1.28x
About This Career
Manage and maintain databases ensuring data integrity and security.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
Key Skills
SQLOracleMySQLDatabase DesignBackup & Recovery
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