Database Administrator Salary in Vermont: $109,056 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Vermont's 9 metropolitan areas, the average median database administrator pay sits at $109,056/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 15-1242. Because Vermont sits at BEA RPP 103.5 (4% above the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $105,368 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: South Burlington ($109,644), Burlington ($109,090), Bennington ($103,760).
In 2026, the projected average median salary for database administrators in Vermont is $109,056, slightly above the national median of $106,691, reflecting a positive variance of 2.2%. South Burlington offers the highest salary at $111,815, while Montpelier has the lowest at $101,704, resulting in a salary gap of $10,111. This difference can be attributed to various factors, including the cost of living, industry presence, and demand for skilled data professionals in each city. Vermont's job market supports a small but stable employment pool with around 120 database administrators. The growth rate is projected at 1.98% annually, indicating that the demand for database administration skills continues to rise. In Vermont, specific state licensing requirements and scope of practice laws can shape job opportunities, but overall demand is driven by an increasing reliance on data management across industries, particularly in healthcare and education. Major cities like South Burlington, Burlington, Bennington, Brattleboro, and Essex Junction lead the field in salary offerings, making them key areas to consider for job seekers. Understanding these regional differences and market conditions can help prospective database administrators make informed career decisions in Vermont.
Vermont Database Administrator Salary Range
Overall salary range in Vermont: $60,591 (lowest entry-level) to $167,955 (highest top earner)
Vermont vs National Average
Vermont database administrators earn 2.22% more than the national median (+$2,365/year difference).
Vermont Database Administrator Salary Distribution (2026)
Database Administrator salaries in Vermont range from $75,088 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $140,853 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $109,056. The Vermont median is $2,365 above the US national median of $106,691. The average hourly rate is $52.43/hr. Approximately 120 database administrators are employed across 9 cities.
2021 BLS Actual
$63,160
2025 BLS Actual
$106,939
2026 Current Est.
$109,056
2021–2027 Growth
+76.1%
Salary Trajectory for Database Administrators in Vermont (2021–2027)
2021–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 1.98% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $63,160 | Actual |
| 2022 | $102,104 | Actual |
| 2023 | $103,680 | Actual |
| 2024 | $100,290 | Actual |
| 2025 | $106,939 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $109,056 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $111,216 | Projected |
Based on 5 years of BLS OEWS data for the Vermont metropolitan area, the median database administrator salary grew 69.3% from $63,160 (2021) to $106,939 (2025). At a 1.98% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $111,216 by 2027 — a total increase of $48,056 (76.09%) from 2021.
Note: Historical values (2021–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Vermont metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 1.98% CAGR derived from 5-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Vermont
Lowest Paying Cities in Vermont
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Montpelier | $101,704 |
| Colchester | $102,219 |
| Rutland | $102,335 |
| Barre | $104,253 |
| Essex Junction | $104,394 |
Best Value Cities for Database Administrators in Vermont
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Vermont cities offer the most purchasing power for database administrators.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington | $111,250 | 100.949 | $110,204 |
| South Burlington | $111,815 | 103.5 | $108,034 |
| Bennington | $105,814 | 103.5 | $102,236 |
| Brattleboro | $104,618 | 103.5 | $101,080 |
| Essex Junction | $104,394 | 103.5 | $100,864 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Vermont
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $75,088 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $109,056 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $140,853 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Vermont metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 9 Cities in Vermont
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Burlington | $111,815 |
| 2 | Burlington | $111,250 |
| 3 | Bennington | $105,814 |
| 4 | Brattleboro | $104,618 |
| 5 | Essex Junction | $104,394 |
| 6 | Barre | $104,253 |
| 7 | Rutland | $102,335 |
| 8 | Colchester | $102,219 |
| 9 | Montpelier | $101,704 |
More Vermont Salary Data
Hourly Rates
Explore database administrator hourly pay in Vermont cities.
Entry Level
Starting salaries for new database administrators.
Senior / Experienced
Top earner salaries for experienced database administrators.
Explore More Database Administrator Salary Data
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do database administrators make in Vermont in 2026?
What is the highest paying city for database administrators in Vermont?
How does Vermont database administrator pay compare to the national average?
What is the entry-level database administrator salary in Vermont?
How many database administrators are employed in Vermont?
Which Vermont city offers the best value for database administrators?
Written by Amina Khan, MS, DBA
Career Analyst
Amina has 10 years of experience in database management. She specializes in relational database systems. Amina works in a technology consulting firm.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 1.98% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 database administrator compensation across Vermont. State averages are employment-weighted across 9 metro areas — larger metro areas with more database administratorscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 4-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.98%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for database administrators (SOC 15-1242).
Compiled and verified by Amina Khan, MS, DBA, a licensed database administrator with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov