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How much does Sql Database Engineer make?
Total pay range
$121K - $169K/yr
$143K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$106K - $141K/yrBase pay
$15K - $29K/yrAdditional pay
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Recent salaries shared by Sql Database Engineer
6 salaries
Job Title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Location
Date submitted
Job Title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
SQL Database Engineer
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15+ years
$130K - $151K/yr
Washington, DC
submitted on Mar 18, 2025
$130K - $151K/yr
SQL Database Engineer
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15+ years
$167K/yr
($167K • $0)
Colorado Springs, CO
submitted on May 21, 2024
$167K/yr
$167K • $0
SQL Database Engineer
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4-6 years
$80K/yr
($79K • $1K)
Scottsdale, AZ
submitted on Mar 14, 2024
$80K/yr
$79K • $1K
SQL Database Engineer
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4-6 years
$91K - $106K/yr
Arlington, VA
submitted on Mar 15, 2022
$91K - $106K/yr
SQL Database Engineer
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4-6 years
$94K - $110K/yr
Philadelphia, PA
submitted on Dec 22, 2021
$94K - $110K/yr
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SQL Database Engineer
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1-3 years
$93K - $107K/yr
Las Vegas, NV
submitted on Aug 10, 2020
$93K - $107K/yr
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Frequently asked questions about SQL Database Engineer salaries
The average salary for SQL Database Engineer is $142,524 per year or $69 per hour, with top earners making up to $197,076 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $121,323 (25th percentile) to $169,231 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 20 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by SQL Database Engineer employees.
The highest salary for SQL Database Engineer is $169,231 per year, $14,103 per month or $81 per hour.
The lowest salary for SQL Database Engineer is $121,323 per year, $10,110 per month or $58 per hour.
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Engineering jobs are in high demand with workers receiving generous compensation packages and bonuses. Engineering offers ample opportunity for growth and development with transferable skills across an array of fields from software, supply chain and logistics to aerospace. Most roles require at least a bachelor’s degree. To remain competitive, job-seekers should consider specialization or skill-specific programs such as coding boot-camps or certifications.