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Backend Developer vs Database Administrator salary

In Italy, a database administrator earns about 29% more than a backend developer $110,175 vs $85,083 per year.

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Technology
Backend Developer
$85,083/yr
Monthly
$7,071
Hourly
$41
Range
$54,403$122,492
10-yr outlook
+16%
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Technology
Database Administrator
$110,175/yr
Monthly
$9,238
Hourly
$52
Range
$74,476$153,857
10-yr outlook
+9%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileBackend DeveloperDatabase Administrator
Entry (10th)$54,403$74,476
25th$69,800$92,382
Median$85,083$110,175
75th$103,788$131,959
Senior (90th)$122,492$153,857

National Italy figures in EUR. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a backend developer or database administrator earn more in Italy?
A database administrator earns more, at about 96.600 € per year vs 74.600 € for a backend developer — roughly 29% (22.000 €) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Italy?
A backend developer typically earns 47.700 €–107.400 €, while a database administrator earns 65.300 €–134.900 € per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Italy?
On a monthly basis before tax, a backend developer averages about 6200 € and a database administrator about 8100 €.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Italy, a backend developer earns about 47.700 € while a database administrator earns about 65.300 € per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Italy, a backend developer earns about 107.400 € while a database administrator earns about 134.900 € per year.
Are backend developer and database administrator similar careers?
Both roles sit in the Technology category on Pay by Role, which is why we compare them head-to-head. Day-to-day work still differs — review each job page for skills and outlook.