Job outlooks for Database analysts and data administrators

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data analyst - informatics and systems (21223)

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These outlooks were updated on December 10, 2025.

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  • Newfoundland and LabradorModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in Newfoundland and Labrador for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Ideal candidates would have a combination of both technical skills and general business knowledge to understand the significance of the information that databases contain and apply it accordingly. Industry-specific knowledge would also be considered valuable. These professionals are mainly concentrated in the St. John's area. As a result, smaller communities may have trouble attracting and retaining workers in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in Newfoundland and Labrador:

    • Approximately 200 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 19%
      • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 19%
      • Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 16%
      • Universities (NAICS 6113): 14%
      • Religious, grant-making, civic, and professional and similar organizations (NAICS 813): 11%
    • 83% of database analysts and data administrators work all year, while 17% work only part of the year, compared to 56% and 43% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 50 weeks compared to 40 weeks for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 53% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 47% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: n/a
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 10% compared to 27% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 47% compared to 23% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 25% compared to 14% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 13% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Avalon Peninsula Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Avalon Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Avalon Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 28%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 21%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 20%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 12%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 9%

  • Prince Edward IslandGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in Prince Edward Island for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in Prince Edward Island:

    • Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): 32%
      • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 32%
      • Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 28%
      • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 8%
    • 86% of database analysts and data administrators work all year, while 14% work only part of the year, compared to 59% and 41% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 50 weeks compared to 41 weeks for all occupations.
    • 14% of database analysts and data administrators are self-employed compared to an average of 13% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: more than 95% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: less than 5% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: n/a
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 27% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: n/a
      • bachelor's degree: 53% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

  • Nova ScotiaGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in Nova Scotia for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Remote hiring is common in the IT field, so jobseekers may benefit from including remote opportunities in their job search.

    Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in Nova Scotia:

    • Approximately 1,150 people work in this occupation.
    • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 15%
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 13%
      • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 9%
      • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 8%
      • Other professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 5414, 5416-5419): 6%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 93% compared to 82% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 7% compared to 18% for all occupations
    • 84% of database analysts and data administrators work all year, while 16% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 48 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of database analysts and data administrators are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 57% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 42% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 27% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 6% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 28% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 38% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 23% compared to 10% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Annapolis Valley Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Annapolis Valley region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Annapolis Valley region:

      • Approximately 30 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): more than 95%

    • Cape Breton Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Cape Breton region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Cape Breton region:

      • Approximately 30 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Other manufacturing (NAICS 313-316, 322-323, 327, 331, 333-335, 337, 339): more than 95%

    • Halifax Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Halifax region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Halifax region:

      • Approximately 840 people work in this occupation.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 24%
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 12%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 11%
        • Finance, insurance and real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 10%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 9%

    • North Shore Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the North Shore region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the North Shore region:

      • Approximately 30 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Other manufacturing (NAICS 313-316, 322-323, 327, 331, 333-335, 337, 339): more than 95%

    • Southern Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Southern region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Southern region:

      • Approximately 20 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Other manufacturing (NAICS 313-316, 322-323, 327, 331, 333-335, 337, 339): more than 95%

  • New BrunswickModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in New Brunswick for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • Steadily increasing adoption of data-driven analysis and related technologies by businesses should support demand for database analysts and data administrators, going forward. 
    • Candidates are typically expected to possess a combination of both technical skills (coding, cloud computing, working with artificial intelligence, etc.) and general business knowledge so that they are able to understand the significance of the information that databases contain and apply solutions accordingly. Industry-specific knowledge would also be considered valuable.
    • Increased application of technology, including the automation of routine tasks, may change the role of database analysts and data administrators going forward.  
    • These professionals are mainly concentrated in urban areas. As a result, smaller communities may experience difficulty attracting and retaining information systems analysts and consultants. The Fredericton region, in particular, has established itself as a hub for international and local investment in this field.

    Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in New Brunswick:

    • Approximately 800 people work in this occupation.
    • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 26%
      • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 16%
      • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 15%
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 7%
      • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 7%
    • 90% of database analysts and data administrators work all year, while 10% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 49 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 60% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 40% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: n/a
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 16% compared to 30% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 33% compared to 23% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 34% compared to 16% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 14% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Fredericton–Oromocto Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

      • Approximately 90 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 46%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 37%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 17%

    • Moncton–Richibucto Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Moncton - Richibucto region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Moncton - Richibucto region:

      • Approximately 110 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 35%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 32%
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 18%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 13%

    • Saint John–St. Stephen Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

      • Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 41%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 38%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 22%

  • QuebecLimited

    The employment outlook will be Limited for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in Quebec for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in Quebec:

    • Approximately 4,850 people work in this occupation.
    • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 20%
      • Finance, insurance, real estate and leasing (NAICS 52, 53): 15%
      • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 10%
      • Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): 7%
      • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 7%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 93% compared to 82% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 7% compared to 18% for all occupations
    • 77% of database analysts and data administrators work all year, while 23% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 6% of database analysts and data administrators are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 62% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 38% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 9% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 7% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 32% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 30% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 22% compared to 11% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Bas-Saint-Laurent Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region:

      • Approximately 90 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 68%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 17%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 12%

    • Capitale-Nationale Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Capitale-Nationale region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Capitale-Nationale region:

      • Approximately 1,000 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 36%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 20%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 15%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 6%

    • Centre-du-Québec Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Centre-du-Québec region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Centre-du-Québec region:

      • Approximately 80 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 60%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 24%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 16%

    • Chaudière-Appalaches Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Chaudière - Appalaches region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Chaudière - Appalaches region:

      • Approximately 200 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 30%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 19%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 15%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 7%
        • Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 6%

    • Estrie Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Estrie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Estrie region:

      • Approximately 160 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 25%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 22%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 14%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 9%
        • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 8%

    • Lanaudière Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Lanaudière region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Lanaudière region:

      • Approximately 220 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 34%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 15%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 13%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 12%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 7%

    • Laurentides Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Laurentides region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Laurentides region:

      • Approximately 360 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 21%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 17%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 12%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 6%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 6%

    • Laval Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region, for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region,:

      • Approximately 4,170 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Mauricie Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Mauricie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Mauricie region:

      • Approximately 80 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 28%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 23%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 21%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 16%
        • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 12%

    • Montréal Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the census metropolitan area of Montréal:

      • Approximately 4,170 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Montérégie Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Montérégie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Montérégie region:

      • Approximately 1,290 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 25%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 19%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 9%
        • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 6%

    • Outaouais Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Outaouais region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Outaouais region:

      • Approximately 630 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 75%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 9%

  • OntarioModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in Ontario for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

    What Types of Employers Are Out There?

    • Various industries, with the leading share employed in professional, scientific and technical services, mainly computer systems design and related services
    • Public administration, largely federal government departments
    • Finance and insurance companies, particularly banks

    What are the Main Trends Affecting Employment?

    • Digitization across all industries
    • The importance of data analysis for evidence-based decision-making will also support employment opportunities
    • However, the pace of job growth may be affected by recent restructuring in the technology sector

    What Skills Do I Need to Succeed?

    • In addition to other formal education, knowledge of programming languages such as Python and Structured Query Language (SQL)

    What Other Information Will I Find Helpful?

    • In general, Bridging Programs are available to assist internationally trained professionals in various fields enter the labour market more quickly in the province.

    Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in Ontario:

    • Approximately 25,550 people work in this occupation.
    • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 23%
      • Monetary Authorities - central bank and securities, commodity contracts and other intermediation and related activities (NAICS 521, 522, 523): 12%
      • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 10%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 94% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 6% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 80% of database analysts and data administrators work all year, while 20% work only part of the year, compared to 63% and 37% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 7% of database analysts and data administrators are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 59% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 41% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 9% compared to 25% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 18% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 42% compared to 24% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 28% compared to 13% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Hamilton–Niagara Peninsula Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 1,810 people work in this occupation.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 30%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 12%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 11%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 9%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 6%

    • Kingston–Pembroke Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Kingston - Pembroke region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Kingston - Pembroke region:

      • Approximately 120 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 33%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 21%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 18%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 14%
        • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 14%

    • Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

      • Approximately 2,670 people work in this occupation.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 27%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 16%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 9%
        • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 7%
        • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 6%

    • London Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the London region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the London region:

      • Approximately 320 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 44%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 12%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 10%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 9%
        • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 5%

    • Muskoka–Kawarthas Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region:

      • Approximately 60 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 47%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 22%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 18%
        • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 13%

    • Northeast Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Northeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Northeast region:

      • Approximately 140 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 17%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 16%
        • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (NAICS 21): 16%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 15%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 14%

    • Northwest Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Northwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Northwest region:

      • Approximately 70 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 32%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 23%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 23%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 21%

    • Ottawa Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Ottawa region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Ottawa region:

      • Approximately 3,920 people work in this occupation.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 55%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 16%

    • Toronto Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Toronto region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Toronto region:

      • Approximately 14,870 people work in this occupation.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 33%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 20%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 7%

    • Windsor-Sarnia Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Windsor - Sarnia region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Windsor - Sarnia region:

      • Approximately 210 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 33%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 14%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 13%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 7%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 7%

  • ManitobaModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in Manitoba for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • Demand for this occupation is driven by organizations needing to manage and analyze large amounts of data securely (data assets).
    • Key trends for this occupation include the use of databases that automate routine tasks such as query optimization, anomaly detection, backups and patching. Cloud platforms expertise is being sought as organizations seek scalability, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness.
    • Jobs are concentrated almost entirely in the Winnipeg region.

    Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in Manitoba:

    • Approximately 800 people work in this occupation.
    • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 19%
      • Insurance Carriers and related activities (NAICS 524, 526): 15%
      • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 6%
      • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 6%
      • Religious, grant-making, civic, and professional and similar organizations (NAICS 813): 6%
    • 83% of database analysts and data administrators work all year, while 17% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 48 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of database analysts and data administrators are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 59% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 41% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 15% compared to 31% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 20% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 45% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 15% compared to 8% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • North Region Undetermined

      An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

    • Winnipeg Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Winnipeg region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Winnipeg region:

      • Approximately 680 people work in this occupation.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 23%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 19%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 10%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 9%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 8%

  • SaskatchewanGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in Saskatchewan:

    • Approximately 700 people work in this occupation.
    • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 19%
      • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 10%
      • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 9%
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 9%
      • Insurance Carriers and related activities (NAICS 524, 526): 9%
    • 83% of database analysts and data administrators work all year, while 17% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 48 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 7% of database analysts and data administrators are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 59% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 41% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 12% compared to 33% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 7% compared to 15% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 31% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 38% compared to 18% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 12% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Regina–Moose Mountain Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Regina - Moose Mountain region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Regina - Moose Mountain region:

      • Approximately 190 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 27%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 16%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 13%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 10%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 9%

    • Saskatoon–Biggar Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Saskatoon - Biggar region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Saskatoon - Biggar region:

      • Approximately 110 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 24%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 22%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 16%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 12%
        • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 9%

  • AlbertaModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in Alberta for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in Alberta:

    • Approximately 5,400 people work in this occupation.
    • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 21%
      • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211): 9%
      • Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 8%
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 6%
      • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 5%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 94% compared to 80% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 6% compared to 20% for all occupations
    • 76% of database analysts and data administrators work all year, while 24% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 9% of database analysts and data administrators are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 54% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 46% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 12% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 26% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 39% compared to 21% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 19% compared to 9% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Calgary Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Calgary region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Calgary region:

      • Approximately 3,550 people work in this occupation.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 37%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 13%
        • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 7%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 6%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 6%

    • Edmonton Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Edmonton region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Edmonton region:

      • Approximately 1,600 people work in this occupation.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 26%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 16%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 10%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 6%
        • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 6%

  • British ColumbiaModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in British Columbia for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Banking, insurance and property services are several of the sectors that are undergoing increased technological innovation and rapid digitalization that is expected to increase the need for skilled workers in data analysis, cybersecurity and digital client services.

    Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in British Columbia:

    • Approximately 5,650 people work in this occupation.
    • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 26%
      • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 6%
      • Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): 6%
      • Monetary Authorities - central bank and securities, commodity contracts and other intermediation and related activities (NAICS 521, 522, 523): 6%
      • Other professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 5414, 5416-5419): 5%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 94% compared to 78% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 6% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • 82% of database analysts and data administrators work all year, while 18% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 9% of database analysts and data administrators are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 60% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 40% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 11% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 18% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 43% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 23% compared to 12% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Cariboo Region Undetermined

      An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

    • Lower Mainland–Southwest Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

      • Approximately 4,100 people work in this occupation.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 30%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 11%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 10%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 6%

    • Nechako Region Undetermined

      An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

    • Thompson–Okanagan Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

      • Approximately 140 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 28%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 21%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 20%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 15%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 11%

    • Vancouver Island and Coast Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for database analysts and data administrators (NOC 21223) in the Vancouver Island and Coast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about database analysts and data administrators in the Vancouver Island and Coast region:

      • Approximately 530 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Database analysts and data administrators mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 35%
        • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 25%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 5%

  • Yukon TerritoryUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

  • Northwest TerritoriesUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

  • NunavutUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

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