Database Architects Salary (2025)
Based on 67,140 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $86,240 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $109,370 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $139,500 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $169,290 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $204,000 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$86K
25th
$109K
Median
$140K
75th
$169K
90th
$204K
Highest Paying States for Database Architects
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $175,330 |
| Massachusetts | $163,290 |
| Virginia | $154,550 |
| Connecticut | $154,520 |
| District of Columbia | $149,300 |
| Hawaii | $147,120 |
| Colorado | $146,780 |
| Texas | $146,050 |
| Rhode Island | $145,930 |
| New York | $145,180 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Database Architects salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $175,330 per year, while New York has an average of $145,180 — a difference of $30,150. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Database Architects
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 67,140 workers were employed as Database Architectss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Computer and Mathematical Occupations. The annual mean wage of $144,440 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 15-1243