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How much does Database Programmer make?
Total pay range
$79K - $135K/yr
$103K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$63K - $105K/yrBase pay
$16K - $30K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Apr 10, 2025192 Salaries submitted
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Top paying industries
The top 2 paying industries for Database Programmer in United States are Human Resources & Staffing with a median total pay of $96,374 and Information Technology with a median total pay of $94,277.
Human Resources & Staffing
The top paying company in Human Resources & Staffing for Database Programmer is Adroit Software & Consulting.
Frequently asked questions about Database Programmer salaries
The average salary for Database Programmer is $102,670 per year or $49 per hour, with top earners making up to $171,149 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $78,999 (25th percentile) to $134,863 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 192 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Database Programmer employees.
The highest salary for Database Programmer is $134,863 per year, $11,239 per month or $65 per hour.
The lowest salary for Database Programmer is $78,999 per year, $6,583 per month or $38 per hour.