Database Administrators vs. Computer User Support Specialists: Who Earns More?
Database Administrators out-earn Computer User Support Specialists by $43K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Database Administrators land at $104,620 and Computer User Support Specialists at $61,860. The education gap is real: database administrator programs typically require bachelor's degree, while computer user support specialist programs require bachelor's degree. Top-paying state for Database Administrators is Utah ($135,750); for Computer User Support Specialists it's District of Columbia ($80,950).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Database Administrators median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Database Administrators or Computer User Support Specialists?
Database Administrators earn more nationally. The median is $104,620 for Database Administrators versus $61,860 for Computer User Support Specialists, a difference of $43K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Database Administrators or Computer User Support Specialists?
Database Administrators has the better 10-year outlook at -0.7% projected growth, compared to -3.7% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Database Administrators or Computer User Support Specialists?
Database Administrators typically requires bachelor's degree. Computer User Support Specialists requires bachelor's degree. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Database Administrators get paid the most?
Utah is the top-paying state for Database Administrators at $135,750/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Database Administrators vs. Computer User Support Specialists pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In Massachusetts, Database Administrators earn $129,300 vs. $75,070 for Computer User Support Specialists. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.