Database Architect Salary in New York (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Database Architects in New York, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New York Median
$141,350
per year
Hourly Rate
$67.96
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+1% vs US median
US median $139,500
State Rank
#11 of 46
3,850 employed here

How much does a Database Architect make in New York?

Database Architects in New York take home a median of $141,350 annually — roughly $67.96 an hour — which runs 1% above the national median of $139,500.

Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $82,540 while the top 10% make $216,550 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $100,550 and $180,280 a year.

Database Architect salary range in New York

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$82,540$39.68
25th percentile (early career)$100,550$48.34
50th percentile (median)$141,350$67.96
75th percentile (experienced)$180,280$86.67
90th percentile (top earners)$216,550$104.11

How New York compares

New York ranks 11th out of 46 states and territories for Database Architect pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1California$170,160
2Massachusetts$161,650
3Virginia$160,360
4Arizona$156,100
5Colorado$154,560

Working as a Database Architect in New York

Nationally, about 67,000 people work as Database Architects in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare New York pay ($141,350) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Database Architect make in New York?
The median Database Architect salary in New York is $141,350 per year, or about $67.96 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $82,540 at the entry level to $216,550 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Database Architects about 1% more than the national median of $139,500. New York ranks 11th out of 46 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Database Architects?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $141,350 a year. About 3,850 Database Architects are employed in New York. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.