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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Database Administrators salary in St. Louis, Missouri

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the St. Louis metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$95,400
Mean annual$98,650
Range (10th to 90th)$54,460 to $150,470
St. Louis, Missouri employment710
State vs national-8.8% vs national

Salary distribution

Where St. Louis database administrators fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$54,46025TH$67,870MEDIAN$95,40075TH$127,07090TH$150,470

The middle 50% of workers earn between $67,870 and $127,070, with a median of $95,400.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    Less than 5 years

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Computers and Electronics

    Knowledge

    4.8 / 5
  • Deductive Reasoning

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • English Language

    Knowledge

    4.0 / 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

    3.9 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Modify existing databases and database management systems or direct programmers and analysts to make changes.

  2. 02

    Plan, coordinate, and implement security measures to safeguard information in computer files against accidental or unauthorized damage, modification or disclosure.

  3. 03

    Plan and install upgrades of database management system software to enhance database performance.

  4. 04

    Specify users and user access levels for each segment of database.

  5. 05

    Test changes to database applications or systems.

  6. 06

    Test programs or databases, correct errors, and make necessary modifications.

  7. 07

    Train users and answer questions.

  8. 08

    Provide technical support to junior staff or clients.

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Other metros in Missouri

How the St. Louis metro compares to other major Missouri metro areas for database administrators.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Database Administrators in St. Louis, Missouri?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Database Administrators in the St. Louis metropolitan area is $95,400.
Does St. Louis pay more than the Missouri state average for Database Administrators?
The St. Louis metro median is +8.9% versus the Missouri state median of $87,600.
How does St. Louis compare to the national median for Database Administrators?
The St. Louis metro median is -8.8% versus the BLS national figure of $104,629.
What is the salary range for Database Administrators in St. Louis?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $54,460 and the 90th-percentile at $150,470 for the St. Louis metro area.
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.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the St. Louis CBSA boundary 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.