Salary distribution
Where Missouri database administrators fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $63,130 and $124,770, with a median of $87,600.
Database Administrators in Missouri: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 90 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $112,000. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 3 | $65,900 |
| Level II — qualified | 32 | $88,824 |
| Level III — experienced | 24 | $118,614 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 16 | $124,757 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Database Administrators in Missouri. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ernst & Young U.S. LLP | Database Administrator - KBGFJG46029-25 | 21 | $125,965 |
| Mastercard Technologies, LLC | Senior Platform Engineer | 8 | $101,000 |
| COGNIZANT TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS US CORP | Manager JC50 - Database Administrators | 5 | $93,080 |
| Charter Communications, Inc. | Database Engineer IV | 4 | $115,731 |
| Centene Management Company, LLC | Lead Database Engineer | 3 | $147,673 |
| Charter Communications Inc. | Database Engineer III | 3 | $113,526 |
| RGA Enterprise Services Company | Lead Database Engineer | 2 | $137,413 |
| HUBS, Inc. | Senior Database Administrator | 2 | $133,250 |
| Equifax Inc. | Data Analyst (Analytics) - Intermediate | 2 | $93,080 |
| Sigma-Aldrich Corporation | IT Business Architect, Direct Procurement | 2 | $94,500 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Database administrator-expert at The Curators of the University of Missouri$75,934ColumbiaDecided Dec 30, 2025I-200-25356-501418
- Database Administrators - KBGFJG330321-2 at Ernst & Young U.S. LLP$125,965St. LouisDecided Dec 26, 2025I-200-25352-492867
- Lead Database Engineer at RGA Enterprise Services Company$156,827ChesterfieldDecided Dec 22, 2025I-200-25349-482973
- Solution Specialist at Deloitte Consulting LLP$115,100ChesterfieldDecided Dec 16, 2025I-200-25343-468708
- Senior SQL Server Database Administrator at Aspyretech Inc$117,936St. PetersDecided Dec 16, 2025I-200-25343-467179
- Database Engineer IV at Charter Communications, Inc.$117,936Maryland HeightsDecided Dec 9, 2025I-200-25336-449242
- Senior Database Administrator at Symphony Diagnostic Services No. 1, LLC$125,000BallwinDecided Dec 8, 2025I-200-25335-448033
- Database Administrator at Epcot Technologies Inc$95,000ClaytonDecided Nov 26, 2025I-200-25323-421137
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
Database Administrators pay by experience level in Missouri
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Database Administrators specialties in Missouri
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 51 certified offers. The most common variant is Database Administrators - KBGFJG220789-6 at a median of $121,100.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Database Administrators - KBGFJG220789-6 | Ernst & Young U.S. LLP | 16 | $121,100 |
| Senior Database Administrator | Charter Communications, Inc. | 15 | $113,526 |
| Lead Database Engineer | Charter Communications, Inc. | 8 | $125,468 |
| Manager JC50 - Database Administrators | COGNIZANT TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS US CORP | 4 | $95,763 |
| Senior Platform Engineer | Mastercard Technologies, LLC | 4 | $94,000 |
| Database Administrator - KBGFJG46029-25 | Ernst & Young U.S. LLP | 4 | $136,401 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Database Administrators in Missouri, by industry
Median offered wage across 90 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Technology and software leads with a median of $98,446.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technology and software | COGNIZANT TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS US CORP | 36 | $98,446 |
| Professional services | Ernst & Young U.S. LLP | 27 | $120,499 |
| Finance and insurance | Mastercard Technologies, LLC | 18 | $115,763 |
| Education | The Curators of the University of Missouri | 3 | $73,800 |
| Manufacturing | HUBS, Inc. | 3 | $138,500 |
| Healthcare | Symphony Diagnostic Services No. 1, LLC | 2 | $105,074 |
| Energy and utilities | Spire Inc. | 1 | $133,000 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Missouri over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
Less than 5 years
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.8 / 5
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge
- 4.0 / 5
Deductive Reasoning
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
English Language
Knowledge
- 3.9 / 5
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge
- 3.9 / 5
Written Comprehension
Ability
- 3.9 / 5
Critical Thinking
Cross-functional
- 3.9 / 5
Complex Problem Solving
Technical
- 3.9 / 5
Oral Comprehension
Ability
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Modify existing databases and database management systems or direct programmers and analysts to make changes.
- 02
Plan, coordinate, and implement security measures to safeguard information in computer files against accidental or unauthorized damage, modification or disclosure.
- 03
Plan and install upgrades of database management system software to enhance database performance.
- 04
Specify users and user access levels for each segment of database.
- 05
Test changes to database applications or systems.
- 06
Test programs or databases, correct errors, and make necessary modifications.
- 07
Train users and answer questions.
- 08
Provide technical support to junior staff or clients.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
-0.6%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Slower than average
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Database Administrators in Missouri?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Database Administrators in Missouri is $87,600.
- How does Missouri compare to the national median for Database Administrators?
- The Missouri median is -16.3% versus the BLS national figure of $104,629.
- What is the salary range for Database Administrators in Missouri?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $47,910 and the 90th-percentile at $149,420, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Database Administrators a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment declining by -0.6% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Database Administrators?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.