How much does a Database Administrator earn in New Zealand?

The estimated salary for Database Administrator in New Zealand ranges from NZD 57,232 to NZD 78,764 NZD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 119 job listings

Salary Guide

Database Administrator Salary in New Zealand

Based on 119 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$57,232 - $78,764

Median salary

$57,232 - $78,764

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$29K

25th percentile$36K

Median$57K

75th percentile$79K

90th percentile$91K

50% of professionals earn between $35,699 - $78,764 NZD

The median salary is $57,232

Top cities

Auckland61 job openings

Wellington30 job openings

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Database Administrator

119 job openings

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The average salary for a Database Administrator in New Zealand is NZD 57,232 - NZD 78,764 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 67,998 per year, based on 119 active job listings.

The cities with the most Database Administrator job opportunities in New Zealand are Auckland, Wellington, Upper Hutt, Waikato, Hamilton. Auckland leads with 61 job openings.

Explore 119 Database Administrator job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.