Salaries for Database Developers vary significantly by region and experience. In North America, particularly the US, entry-level roles fetch USD 70,000-90,000, while experienced developers earn USD 120,000-160,000 annually. Senior roles in tech hubs like Silicon Valley can exceed USD 180,000. Canadian salaries are slightly lower, typically CAD 65,000-120,000 (USD 50,000-90,000).
Europe shows a wide range. Western European countries like Germany and the UK offer EUR 50,000-85,000 (USD 55,000-95,000). Eastern Europe, such as Poland or Romania, provides more competitive salaries relative to local cost of living, often EUR 25,000-45,000 (USD 27,000-50,000). These figures reflect lower living expenses, offering good purchasing power.
In Asia-Pacific, Australia and Singapore offer strong compensation, ranging from AUD 80,000-130,000 (USD 55,000-90,000) and SGD 70,000-120,000 (USD 50,000-85,000), respectively. India, a major IT hub, sees salaries from INR 600,000-1,500,000 (USD 7,000-18,000) for experienced professionals, with higher pay in multinational companies. Latin America, like Brazil or Mexico, offers USD 20,000-40,000, but with a lower cost of living this often provides a comfortable lifestyle.
Salary structures also differ; European countries often include more robust social benefits, healthcare, and vacation time than North America. Tax implications vary significantly, impacting take-home pay. Experience and specialized skills, such as NoSQL or cloud database expertise, directly affect compensation across all markets, often translating well internationally due to universal demand.
India only
United States only
