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Database Administrator Salary in Seattle, Washington

Updated 2026-04-05BLS 2024 data — be the first to add a local report

Salary Distribution

BLS 2024
$150,037/ year

Median Database Administrator in Seattle, WA

$90,823
10th
$110,760
25th
$150,037
Median
$195,960
75th
$239,071
90th

Compensation Breakdown

BLS 2024
Base salary (median)
$150,037
Total compensation (est.)
$172,543
Bonus range
$3,900 – $16,560
Mean salary
$159,039

How This Compares

Seattle, WA median
$150,037
Washington median
$107,773+39.2%
National median
$105,660+42.0%

Cost of living in Seattle is 42% above the national average. Salary of $150,037 here is equivalent to $105,660 nationally.

Salary by Experience

0-2 years
$108,027-28.0%
3-5 years
$136,534-9.0%
6-10 years
$168,041+12.0%
10+ years
$207,051+38.0%

Salary by Company Size

Startup (< 100 employees)
$132,033-12.0%
Mid-size (100–5,000)
$150,037
Enterprise (5,000+)
$177,044+18.0%

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Database Administrator Salaries in Nearby Cities

Spokane, WA$105,660/yr
Tacoma, WA$105,660/yr
Vancouver, WA$105,660/yr
Bellevue, WA$105,660/yr
Kent, WA$105,660/yr

Related Jobs in Seattle

Software Engineer$184,827/yr
Senior Software Engineer$184,827/yr
Frontend Developer$177,344/yr
Backend Developer$184,827/yr
Full Stack Developer$184,827/yr

Quick Numbers

Hourly (40hr week)$72/hr
Monthly gross$12,503/mo
25th percentile$110,760/yr
75th percentile$195,960/yr

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Market Context

via FRED

Fed Funds Rate

Mar 2026

3.64%

Inflation (CPI)

year-over-year

2.4%+0.04

National Unemployment

Mar 2026

4.3%-0.10

Washington Unemployment

Dec 2025

4.7%+0.10

Avg Hourly Earnings

all private workers

$37.38+$0.09

10yr Treasury

Apr 2026

4.31%

Source: St. Louis Fed (FRED). Updated daily.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Database Administrator salary in Seattle?

The median Database Administrator salary in Seattle is $150,037 per year, with a range from $110,760 at the 25th percentile to $195,960 at the 75th percentile. Total compensation including bonuses typically runs higher — see the breakdown above for the full picture.

How does Database Administrator pay in Seattle compare to the national average?

Database Administrator salaries in Seattle are 42% above the national median of $105,660. After adjusting for Seattle's cost of living, the purchasing power of that salary is equivalent to roughly $105,660 nationally — which is the number that actually matters when comparing offers across cities.

What factors affect Database Administrator salaries in Seattle?

In Seattle, the biggest drivers are years of experience, company size, and industry vertical. Entry-level Database Administrator roles start around $90,823, while senior and staff-level positions at larger employers can reach $239,071 or above. Specialized skills and in-demand tools can also meaningfully shift where you land in the range.

Is Seattle a good place for Database Administrator jobs?

Seattle offers a Database Administrator median of $150,037, which is 42% above the US median of $105,660. Whether that makes it a good market depends on your personal cost-of-living equation — Seattle is 42% more expensive than the national average, so factor that into your math.

How do I negotiate a higher Database Administrator salary?

Start with the data on this page: the 75th percentile for Database Administrator in Seattle is $195,960, which is a defensible anchor for a negotiation. Come in with a specific number backed by real market data — not a range — and reference your experience tier. If you're above the median, ask for the 75th percentile. If you're already at the 75th, push for total comp improvements like equity or bonus instead.