Freelance Database Administrator
Average rate
$60/hr
Typical range
$29–$88
25th–75th percentile
Submissions
34
Updated July 2025
Top market
United States
$125/hr typical
High confidenceMost common skills: mssql server, oracle, and postgresql.What would $60/hr earn in a year? →
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Frequently asked questions
- How much do freelance Database Administrators charge per hour?
- Based on 34 crowdsourced submissions, freelance Database Administrators charge an average of $60 per hour, with most rates falling between $29 and $88. Last updated July 2025.
- What do top-earning freelance Database Administrators make?
- The top 10% of Database Administrator submissions report $90 per hour or more. Rates at that level usually reflect deep specialization, senior experience, and clients in high-paying markets.
- Which skills matter most for Database Administrator rates?
- The most common skills in Database Administrator submissions are mssql server, oracle, and postgresql. Specializing in in-demand skills is one of the most reliable ways to justify a higher rate.
- Where does this Database Administrator rate data come from?
- Every rate is anonymously submitted by a real freelancer, consultant, or contractor and passes moderation before publication. contractrates.fyi is free and community funded.
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