What are the main factors that influence a Cloud Engineer I's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Cloud Engineer 's salary?

A Cloud Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Cloud Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $82,397, a Cloud Computing Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $108,713, a Cloud Computing Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $124,001, a Cloud Computing Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $149,282, a Cloud Computing Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $170,243,

What are the highest paying states for a Cloud Engineer I?

Cloud Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cloud Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $90,090, California $89,750, Massachusetts $88,550. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cloud Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Cloud Engineer level roles vary by specialization: lead cloud engineer: $180,694; Cloud Engineer V: $168,190; Cloud Engineer IV: $147,410; cloud solutions engineer: $140,777; Cloud Compute Engineer: $124,168.

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Cloud Engineer I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cloud Engineer I make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cloud Engineer I in Delaware is $82,400 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

However, a Cloud Engineer I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $87,998
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,500 to $85,330
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,307

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Cloud Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,330	$7,111	$1,641	$41
Average	$82,400	$6,867	$1,585	$40
25th Percentile	$74,500	$6,208	$1,433	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Cloud Engineer I Salaries

A Cloud Engineer I's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Cloud Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cloud Engineer I's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Cloud Engineer I (0-2 years): $82,397
Cloud Computing Analyst II (2-4 years): $108,713
Cloud Computing Analyst III (4-7 years): $124,001
Cloud Computing Analyst IV (7+ years): $149,282
Cloud Computing Analyst V (7-10 years): $170,243

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Cloud Engineer I	0-2 years	$82,397
Cloud Computing Analyst II	2-4 years	$108,713
Cloud Computing Analyst III	4-7 years	$124,001
Cloud Computing Analyst IV	7+ years	$149,282
Cloud Computing Analyst V	7-10 years	$170,243

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How Do Cloud Engineer I Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Cloud Engineer Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $90,090.
California: $89,750.
Massachusetts: $88,550.

District of Columbia $90,090 California $89,750 Massachusetts $88,550 Washington $88,230 New Jersey $88,200 Alaska $88,080 Connecticut $86,960 New York $86,500

Hawaii $85,050 Rhode Island $84,360 Maryland $83,900 Minnesota $83,260 Colorado $83,020 Illinois $82,940 Oregon $82,630 Delaware $82,400

New Hampshire $82,260 Virginia $81,940 Pennsylvania $81,000 Nevada $80,530 North Dakota $80,380 Michigan $80,130 Wisconsin $80,040 Vermont $79,860

Texas $79,370 Maine $79,330 Arizona $79,290 Ohio $79,230 Georgia $78,480 Indiana $78,110 Wyoming $78,030 Utah $77,920

Iowa $77,870 Kansas $77,480 Louisiana $77,370 North Carolina $77,330 Missouri $77,310 Florida $76,990 Montana $76,820 Nebraska $76,660

Kentucky $76,570 South Carolina $76,240 Tennessee $76,040 Idaho $75,960 New Mexico $75,360 Oklahoma $75,230 Alabama $74,750 South Dakota $73,950

Arkansas $73,510 West Virginia $73,270 Mississippi $72,570

Top Paying Cities for Cloud Engineer Is

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $82,030
Little Creek: $82,630
Magnolia: $82,510

Lincoln, DE $82,030 Little Creek, DE $82,630 Magnolia, DE $82,510 Milford, DE $82,240 Marydel, DE $82,370 Millsboro, DE $81,690 Millville, DE $81,810 Milton, DE $81,950

Nassau, DE $82,010 Ocean View, DE $81,800 Rehoboth Beach, DE $81,960 Seaford, DE $82,000 Selbyville, DE $81,660 Smyrna, DE $82,690 Viola, DE $82,310 Woodside, DE $82,530

Bear, DE $82,340 Newark, DE $82,310 Claymont, DE $82,480 Delaware City, DE $82,390 Hockessin, DE $82,300 Kirkwood, DE $82,370 Middletown, DE $82,410 Montchanin, DE $82,320

New Castle, DE $82,330 Odessa, DE $82,450 Port Penn, DE $82,500 Rockland, DE $82,330 Saint Georges, DE $82,380 Townsend, DE $82,510 Winterthur, DE $82,340 Lewes, DE $81,990

Wilmington, DE $82,300 Dover, DE $82,630 Dover Afb, DE $82,200 Bethany Beach, DE $81,710 Bethel, DE $81,800 Bridgeville, DE $81,990 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,400 Cheswold, DE $82,600

Clayton, DE $82,610 Dagsboro, DE $81,660 Delmar, DE $81,530 Ellendale, DE $81,770 Felton, DE $82,230 Fenwick Island, DE $81,670 Frankford, DE $81,530 Frederica, DE $82,310

Georgetown, DE $81,630 Greenwood, DE $82,000 Harbeson, DE $81,710 Harrington, DE $82,130 Hartly, DE $82,380 Houston, DE $82,010 Kenton, DE $82,610 Laurel, DE $81,580

Yorklyn, DE $82,330

Cloud Engineer I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cloud Engineer I's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$74,500

Average $82,400/year

$85,330

$6,208

Average $6,867/month

$7,111

$1,433

Average $1,585/week

$1,641

$36

Average $40/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,330	$7,111	$1,641	$41
Average	$82,400	$6,867	$1,585	$40
25th Percentile	$74,500	$6,208	$1,433	$36

Cloud Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Cloud Engineer I, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Cloud Engineer I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Information Systems Architect II	$95,400	16%
Cloud Computing Analyst II	$108,800	32%
Business Infrastructure Architect II	$108,490	32%
IT Infrastructure Operations Supervisor	$106,600	29%

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