SQL Database Developer Salary in Los Angeles, California

How much does a SQL Database Developer make in Los Angeles, CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a SQL Database Developer in Los Angeles, CA is $197,433. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $179,368 to $216,388, with most professionals earning between $162,920 and $233,647.

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Common responsibilities of a SQL Database Developer

Maintains database performance by calculating optimum values for database parameters.

January 05, 2023

Assist with reviewing work and providing recommendations for design, coding or testing approach, which could include conducting or participating in code walkthroughs or other methods to ensure code quality.

January 14, 2023

Building software that is resilient to unanticipated usage in client environments.

February 23, 2023

Designs, develops, tests and implements modifications necessary to correct database defects and implements enhancements based on requirements provided.

March 03, 2023

Performs system data design based upon business requirements, as well as prepares project plans and estimates for all database-related project elements.

March 13, 2023

Creates, manages, and implements plan to create a unified and consolidated library of ETL processes that is well-documented, follows industry best practices, and meets the guidelines set forth by key stakeholders.

April 18, 2023

Understanding of company functions as relates to systems support environment, and knowledge of IT systems policies, security and confidentiality requirements.

May 01, 2023

Provide review/input on project activities for medium to large business unit level projects Collaborates with the project manager to develop detailed project plans and work breakdown structures for medium to large business unit level projects.

May 13, 2023

Reviews requests for new and enhanced programs, determines feasibility and requirements, and makes recommendations for most efficient approach or alternative options or revisions.

May 17, 2023

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Average Salary Range for SQL Database Developer in Los Angeles, CA

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

179368

216388

197433

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

188900

236525

210639

What is the average salary for SQL Database Developer in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of SQL Database Developer in Los Angeles, CA. The base salary for SQL Database Developer ranges from $179,368 to $216,388 with the average base salary of $197,433. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $188,900 to $236,525 with the average total cash compensation of $210,639.

View Average Salary for SQL Database Developer as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$197,433	$179,368 - $216,388
Bonus	$13,207	$9,532 - $20,137
Total Pay	$210,639	$188,900 - $236,525

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

SQL Database Developer Salary Near Los Angeles, CA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Los Angeles, CA
CITY, STATE Burbank, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $179,368 - $216,388	COMPARE TO Los Angeles, CA 0%
CITY, STATE Glendale, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $179,368 - $216,388	COMPARE TO Los Angeles, CA 0%
CITY, STATE Pasadena, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $179,368 - $216,388	COMPARE TO Los Angeles, CA 0%
CITY, STATE Inglewood, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $179,368 - $216,388	COMPARE TO Los Angeles, CA 0%
CITY, STATE Downey, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $177,878 - $214,591	COMPARE TO Los Angeles, CA
CITY, STATE El Monte, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $179,173 - $216,154	COMPARE TO Los Angeles, CA

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