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      How much does Sql Developer make?

      Total pay range
      $105K - $162K/yr
      $130K/yrMedian total pay
      Pay breakdown
      $90K - $134K/yrBase pay
      $15K - $28K/yrAdditional pay
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      Total pay trajectory

      SQL Developer
      $105K–$162K/yr
      SQL Developer IV
      $117K–$160K/yr
      Senior Manager of Database Development
      $150K–$228K/yr

      About our data

      Last updated Apr 10, 20251.9K Salaries submitted
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      Frequently asked questions about SQL Developer salaries

      • The average salary for SQL Developer is $129,753 per year or $62 per hour, with top earners making up to $196,772 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $104,938 (25th percentile) to $161,920 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 1928 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by SQL Developer employees.
      • The highest salary for SQL Developer is $161,920 per year, $13,493 per month or $78 per hour.
      • The lowest salary for SQL Developer is $104,938 per year, $8,745 per month or $50 per hour.
      • The salary trajectory of SQL Developer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $116,796 per year (estimate) and goes up to $183,347 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
      • According to anonymous Glassdoor responses, 71% of SQL developers are happy with their salary. A good SQL developer pay may include an additional $19,798.60 annually and may require an advanced degree and senior or higher certification level.
        Join thousands of real professionals anonymously talking about salaries in their industry
      • The salary for SQL developers can vary from $86,791.68 to $196,772.05 on average. The actual salary amount will depend on various factors, including experience. SQL developers earn an approximate total pay of $129,753.46 after several years of experience on the average SQL developer career path. Total pay includes salary plus bonuses, incentives, and other perks.
        Learn more about negotiating salaries from thousands of other real professionals
      Optimize your earnings as an SQL developer by obtaining specialized education. To advance in your SQL developer career, obtain a graduate degree in computer science. Besides continuing your education, obtaining years of experience is another way to earn more as an SQL developer. It may take multiple years, for example, to progress from an entry-level position to a higher one with a larger salary. Your skill set also factors in when it comes to salary, so consider obtaining as many special programming certifications, such as Microsoft Certified Architect, as you can.
      Earn the most you can in your new SQL developer job by negotiating the salary you're worth. Whether you're researching companies or you've already interviewed with one you're interested in, it helps to know how to ask for the salary you deserve. Highlight special skills, certifications, and experience both on your resume and during interviews. Understanding what constitutes a fair salary in your area for a developer with your experience level is also helpful. Communicating openly with a potential employer and simply asking, "Can you increase my salary offer?" can be all it takes to land you a job with a good salary.

      Recent salaries shared by Sql Developer

      50 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 Developer
      |
      1-3 years
      $83K/yr
      ($83K • $0)
      Hampden

      submitted on Mar 31, 2025

      $83K/yr
      $83K • $0
      SQL Developer
      |
      1-3 years
      $86K/yr
      ($86K • $0)
      Atlanta, GA

      submitted on Mar 30, 2025

      $86K/yr
      $86K • $0
      SQL Developer
      |
      7-9 years
      $120K/yr
      ($120K • $0)
      Montgomery, AL

      submitted on Mar 27, 2025

      $120K/yr
      $120K • $0
      SQL Developer
      |
      10-14 years
      $124K - $143K/yr
      Minneapolis, MN

      submitted on Mar 24, 2025

      $124K - $143K/yr
      SQL Developer
      |
      1-3 years
      $65K - $75K/yr
      Rocky Hill, CT

      submitted on Mar 23, 2025

      $65K - $75K/yr
      Anonymously share your salary to help the community.
      SQL Developer
      |
      10-14 years
      $111K/yr
      ($111K • $0)
      Irving, TX

      submitted on Mar 18, 2025

      $111K/yr
      $111K • $0
      SQL Developer
      |
      7-9 years
      $108K - $125K/yr
      Raleigh, NC

      submitted on Mar 11, 2025

      $108K - $125K/yr
      SQL Developer
      |
      4-6 years
      $111K - $129K/yr
      New York, NY

      submitted on Feb 19, 2025

      $111K - $129K/yr
      SQL Developer
      |
      10-14 years
      $90K - $105K/yr
      Omaha, NE

      submitted on Feb 16, 2025

      $90K - $105K/yr
      SQL Developer
      |
      1-3 years
      $84K/yr
      ($84K • $0)
      Nashville, TN

      submitted on Feb 7, 2025

      $84K/yr
      $84K • $0
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      Top paying industries

      The top 5 paying industries for Sql Developer in United States are Financial Services with a median total pay of $123,356, Management & Consulting with a median total pay of $121,339, Telecommunications with a median total pay of $120,953, Human Resources & Staffing with a median total pay of $120,475, and Healthcare with a median total pay of $119,020.

      Financial Services

      Top paying companies in Financial Services for Sql Developer are SEI Investments, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo.
      Salaries for related job titlesBI Developer ($113K)Database Developer ($97K)PL/SQL Developer ($115K)SQL-DBA ($89K)

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