What are the main factors that influence a Database Planning and Performance Engineer I's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Database Planning and Performance Engineer I?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Database Planning and Performance Engineer I roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Database Planning and Performance Engineer 's salary?

A Database Planning and Performance Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Database Planning and Performance Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $79,923, a Database Engineer, Intermediate (2-4 years)earns $107,996, a Database Engineer, Senior (4-7 years)earns $131,449, a Database Engineer, Specialist (7+ years)earns $150,940, a Database Engineer, Lead/Expert (7-10 years)earns $176,103,

What are the highest paying states for a Database Planning and Performance Engineer I?

Database Planning and Performance Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Database Planning and Performance Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $84,670, California $84,350, Massachusetts $83,220. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Database Planning and Performance Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Database Planning and Performance Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Database Planning and Performance Engineer VI: $188,920; Database Engineer VI: $188,911; Database Planning and Performance Engineer V: $168,490; Database Engineer V: $168,487; Database Planning and Performance Engineer IV: $144,420.

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Database Planning and Performance Engineer I Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Database Planning and Performance Engineer I make in Hawaii?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Database Planning and Performance Engineer I in Hawaii is $79,930 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $95,863
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $70,300 to $88,270
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,532

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Database Planning and Performance Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,270	$7,356	$1,698	$42
Average	$79,930	$6,661	$1,537	$38
25th Percentile	$70,300	$5,858	$1,352	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Database Planning and Performance Engineer I Salaries

A Database Planning and Performance 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 Database Planning and Performance Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Database Planning and Performance 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:

Database Planning and Performance Engineer I (0-2 years): $79,923
Database Engineer, Intermediate (2-4 years): $107,996
Database Engineer, Senior (4-7 years): $131,449
Database Engineer, Specialist (7+ years): $150,940
Database Engineer, Lead/Expert (7-10 years): $176,103

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Database Planning and Performance Engineer I	0-2 years	$79,923
Database Engineer, Intermediate	2-4 years	$107,996
Database Engineer, Senior	4-7 years	$131,449
Database Engineer, Specialist	7+ years	$150,940
Database Engineer, Lead/Expert	7-10 years	$176,103

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How Do Database Planning and Performance 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 Database Planning and Performance Engineer Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $84,670.
California: $84,350.
Massachusetts: $83,220.

District of Columbia $84,670 California $84,350 Massachusetts $83,220 Washington $82,920 New Jersey $82,890 Alaska $82,780 Connecticut $81,730 New York $81,300

Hawaii $79,930 Rhode Island $79,290 Maryland $78,850 Minnesota $78,250 Colorado $78,020 Illinois $77,950 Oregon $77,660 Delaware $77,440

New Hampshire $77,310 Virginia $77,010 Pennsylvania $76,130 Nevada $75,680 North Dakota $75,540 Michigan $75,310 Wisconsin $75,230 Vermont $75,060

Texas $74,590 Maine $74,560 Arizona $74,510 Ohio $74,460 Georgia $73,760 Indiana $73,410 Wyoming $73,340 Utah $73,230

Iowa $73,180 Kansas $72,820 Louisiana $72,710 North Carolina $72,670 Missouri $72,660 Florida $72,360 Montana $72,200 Nebraska $72,040

Kentucky $71,960 South Carolina $71,650 Tennessee $71,460 Idaho $71,390 New Mexico $70,830 Oklahoma $70,710 Alabama $70,260 South Dakota $69,500

Arkansas $69,090 West Virginia $68,860 Mississippi $68,200

Top Paying Cities for Database Planning and Performance 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:

Aiea: $79,500
Anahola: $78,450
Captain Cook: $78,370

Aiea, HI $79,500 Anahola, HI $78,450 Captain Cook, HI $78,370 Eleele, HI $78,610 Ewa Beach, HI $79,430 Kapolei, HI $79,360 Haiku, HI $78,510 Hakalau, HI $78,340

Haleiwa, HI $79,210 Hana, HI $78,320 Hanalei, HI $78,350 Hanamaulu, HI $78,510 Hanapepe, HI $78,610 Hauula, HI $79,330 Hawaii National Park, HI $78,430 Hawi, HI $78,560

Hilo, HI $78,500 Princeville, HI $78,490 Holualoa, HI $78,410 Honaunau, HI $78,270 Honokaa, HI $78,370 Honomu, HI $78,490 Hoolehua, HI $78,270 Kaaawa, HI $79,360

Kahuku, HI $79,190 Kahului, HI $78,690 Kailua, HI $79,470 Ocean View, HI $78,470 Waikoloa, HI $78,460 Keauhou, HI $78,410 Kailua Kona, HI $78,500 Kalaheo, HI $78,520

Kalaupapa, HI $78,200 Kamuela, HI $78,410 Kaneohe, HI $79,450 Kapaa, HI $78,600 Kaumakani, HI $78,650 Kaunakakai, HI $78,360 Keaau, HI $78,560 Kealakekua, HI $78,510

Kealia, HI $78,540 Kekaha, HI $78,460 Kihei, HI $78,610 Kilauea, HI $78,500 Kapaau, HI $78,440 Koloa, HI $78,530 Kualapuu, HI $78,340 Kunia, HI $79,340

Kurtistown, HI $78,520 Lahaina, HI $78,530 Laie, HI $79,260 Lanai City, HI $78,340 Laupahoehoe, HI $78,540 Lawai, HI $78,650 Lihue, HI $78,510 Makawao, HI $78,570

Makaweli, HI $78,340 Maunaloa, HI $78,150 Mountain View, HI $78,470 Naalehu, HI $78,320 Ninole, HI $78,260 Ookala, HI $78,290 Paauilo, HI $78,380 Pahala, HI $78,340

Pahoa, HI $78,440 Paia, HI $78,540 Papaaloa, HI $78,550 Papaikou, HI $78,390 Pearl City, HI $79,440 Pepeekeo, HI $78,540 Puunene, HI $78,690 Volcano, HI $78,430

Wahiawa, HI $79,300 Pukalani, HI $78,570 Mililani, HI $79,400 Kula, HI $78,410 Waialua, HI $79,170 Waianae, HI $79,240 Wailuku, HI $78,570 Waimanalo, HI $79,450

Waimea, HI $78,640 Waipahu, HI $79,400 Honolulu, HI $79,520 J B P H H, HI $79,510 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $79,340 Schofield Barracks, HI $79,320 Fort Shafter, HI $79,520 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $79,520

Camp H M Smith, HI $79,510 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $79,430 Wake Island, HI $79,520

Database Planning and Performance Engineer I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Database Planning and Performance Engineer I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $89,401. While startup companies pay approximate $75,607.

Database Planning and Performance Engineer I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$75,607
Growth Stage	51~500	$79,966
Established	501~5000	$86,334
Enterprise	5000+	$89,401

Database Planning and Performance Engineer I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Database Planning and Performance Engineer I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 113% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Database Planning and Performance Engineer positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Database Planning and Performance Engineer I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Database Planning and Performance Engineer I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$111,902	$54.0	40%
Software & Networking	$107,906	$52.0	35%
Financial Services	$103,909	$50.0	30%
Insurance	$99,912	$48.0	25%
Biotechnology	$95,916	$46.0	20%

Database Planning and Performance Engineer I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Database Planning and Performance 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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$70,300

Average $79,930/year

$88,270

$5,858

Average $6,661/month

$7,356

$1,352

Average $1,537/week

$1,698

$34

Average $38/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,270	$7,356	$1,698	$42
Average	$79,930	$6,661	$1,537	$38
25th Percentile	$70,300	$5,858	$1,352	$34

Database Planning and Performance Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

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