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Database Administrators in District of Columbia

Database administrators oversee computer databases that store and organize critical information for organizations. They install, maintain, and troubleshoot database systems; monitor performance; and implement security safeguards In District of Columbia the median pay is $118,540 a year, 13% above the national median of $104,620.

$118,540median pay in District of Columbia, per year
$88,570–$136,800middle half earn
560employed in District of Columbia
$104,620U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in District of Columbia

74open roles like this on employer career sites, 4 in District of Columbia or remote
11employers hiring
9posted in the last 7 days
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Openings in District of Columbia and remote

Openings are read from employers’ own career pages and public job boards and change daily. Search all openings (free account) to filter by distance, pay and how well you qualify.

What it takes

Preparation: Considerable preparation (most need a bachelor’s degree and several years of experience). Most hold a bachelor’s degree.

Skills that matter most

Critical ThinkingComplex Problem SolvingReading ComprehensionActive ListeningJudgment and Decision MakingActive LearningSpeakingProgramming

Knowledge areas

Computers and ElectronicsEnglish LanguageCustomer and Personal ServiceMathematics (knowledge)TelecommunicationsEngineering and Technology

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O*NET-SOC 15-1242.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, District of Columbia, annual.