Updated 2026-04-22 · BLS OEWS May 2024

Database Administrator jobs in Cincinnati, OH

121 database administrators employed in metro (BLS May 2024) · $98,238 median · roughly in line with the national median.

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  • Pay data sourced from BLS OEWS May 2024.

Database Administrator pay in Cincinnati, OH

The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the Cincinnati metro. Half of Database Administrators earn inside that band.

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $74,281 $98,238 $115,930
25th$74,281 Median$98,238 75th$115,930 vs USroughly in line with the national median

Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics, May 2024 OEWS estimates. Full Database Administrator salary guide →

Database Administrator pay bands in Cincinnati by seniority

The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.

Entry Level Database Administrator

Typical entry level band in Cincinnati
Example (illustrative)
Location
Cincinnati, OH
Typical pay range
$84,975–$108,061
Common on
Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Staff Database Administrator

Typical staff band in Cincinnati
Example (illustrative)
Location
Cincinnati, OH
Typical pay range
$89,396–$116,903
Common on
Greenhouse

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Staff Database Administrator

Typical staff band in Cincinnati
Example (illustrative)
Location
Cincinnati, OH
Typical pay range
$89,396–$120,439
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Staff Database Administrator

Typical staff band in Cincinnati
Example (illustrative)
Location
Cincinnati, OH
Typical pay range
$82,028–$118,671
Common on
Greenhouse

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Senior Database Administrator

Typical senior band in Cincinnati
Example (illustrative)
Location
Cincinnati, OH
Typical pay range
$90,870–$113,366
Common on
Ashby

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Database Administrator Career Ladder — Cincinnati Metro

Expected pay at each step, scaled to Cincinnati’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.

  1. Entry Database Administrator0–2 yrs$70,731
  2. Mid Database Administrator2–5 yrs$93,326
  3. Senior Database Administrator5–8 yrs$117,885
  4. Staff Database Administrator8–12 yrs$142,445
  5. Lead Database Administrator12+ yrs$167,004

Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2024 occupational percentiles for 15-xxxx codes.

Employers in the Database Administrator hiring market in Cincinnati

  • Deloitte Digital
  • Cognizant
  • Accenture
  • IBM
  • SAIC

Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.

How employers in Cincinnati post Database Administrator jobs

Employers in the Cincinnati metro typically post Database Administrator roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:

What Cincinnati Employers Actually Ask Database Administrators

Pulled from O*NET work-activities and real interview patterns for this occupation. Practice all four with Jobeezy’s InterviewRide drills.

  • Technical

    Walk me through your day-to-day workflow in this role. How do you structure your time?

    Evaluates time management, self-organization, and maturity in the role. Look for clear priorities and discipline.

  • Technical

    What metrics do you use to measure your own performance in this position?

    Tests ownership and accountability. Good answers connect personal output to team and business outcomes.

  • Technical

    How do you stay current with changes in your field?

    Learning agility signal. Regular reading, communities of practice, certifications, peer networks.

  • Technical

    Describe the most complex project you've worked on in this field. What was your specific contribution?

    Depth probe. Interviewers check scope, ownership, and technical or domain sophistication.

Database Administrator in Cincinnati, OH — Common Questions

How much does a Database Administrator earn in Cincinnati, OH?
Median $98,238/yr. 25th–75th percentile runs $74,281–$115,930. Source: BLS OEWS May 2024.
How many Database Administrator jobs are there in Cincinnati?
BLS OEWS May 2024 reports approximately 121 Database Administrator roles employed in the Cincinnati metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Cincinnati employers use for Database Administrator?
Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
Does Jobeezy apply to Database Administrator jobs for me?
Yes. Jobeezy matches your profile to Database Administrator openings in Cincinnati and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.

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