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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an ETL Engineer I in the United States is $77,640 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.
However, an ETL Engineer I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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ETL Engineer I Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
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| 75th Percentile | $81,150 | $6,763 | $1,561 | $39 |
| Average | $77,640 | $6,470 | $1,493 | $37 |
| 25th Percentile | $71,010 | $5,918 | $1,366 | $34 |
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An ETL 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.
Experience is a primary driver of an ETL 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:
| Job Role | Years of Experience | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| ETL Engineer I | 0-2 years | $77,638 |
| Data Engineering Specialist II | 2-4 years | $89,363 |
| Data Engineering Specialist III | 4-7 years | $104,372 |
| Data Engineering Specialist IV | 7+ years | $121,214 |
| Data Engineering Specialist V | 7-10 years | $157,943 |
What Am I Worth?
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 ETL Engineer Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
ETL Engineer I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $86,913. While startup companies pay approximate $73,527.
| Company Size | Employees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | 1~50 | $73,527 |
| Growth Stage | 51~500 | $77,763 |
| Established | 501~5000 | $83,930 |
| Enterprise | 5000+ | $86,913 |
For ETL Engineer I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, ETL Engineer positions in Telecom or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view ETL Engineer I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Services | $100,932 | $49.0 | 30% |
| Internet | $97,050 | $47.0 | 25% |
| Energy & Utilities | $93,168 | $45.0 | 20% |
| Pharmaceuticals | $93,168 | $45.0 | 20% |
| Aerospace & Defense | $89,286 | $43.0 | 15% |
Understanding how an ETL 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $81,150 | $6,763 | $1,561 | $39 |
| Average | $77,640 | $6,470 | $1,493 | $37 |
| 25th Percentile | $71,010 | $5,918 | $1,366 | $34 |
For an ETL Engineer I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Data Engineering Specialist II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $89,400 - a projected growth of 15% over your current level.
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The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for ETL Engineer I roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.
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