Database Administrator Salary in Detroit, MI
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$95,125
Hourly Rate
$45.73
/hour
Jobs in Area
113
employed
Database Administrator Salary Range in Detroit, MI
Annual Salary Range
$59k
10th percentile
$79k
25th
$116k
75th
$142k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $59,470 | $28.59 |
| 25th Percentile | $79,488 | $38.22 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $95,125 | $45.73 |
| 75th Percentile | $116,245 | $55.89 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $142,047 | $68.29 |
| Average (Mean) | $104,717 | $50.34 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Database Administrator salary in Detroit, MI is $95,125 per year or $45.73 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Detroit, MI Compares
vs National Average
$101,000
vs Michigan Average
$108,918
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$102,505
Cost of living in Detroit, MI is 7.2% below the national average.
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