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How much does an ETL Engineer IV make in the United States?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an ETL Engineer IV in the United States is $121,200 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

However, an ETL Engineer IV's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $129,147
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $115,010 to $125,360
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $109,374

Key Factors That Influence ETL Engineer IV Salaries

An ETL Engineer IV'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 ETL Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an ETL Engineer IV'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:

  • Data Engineering Specialist II (2-4 years): $89,350
  • Data Engineering Specialist III (4-7 years): $104,353
  • ETL Engineer IV (7+ years): $121,200
  • Data Engineering Specialist V (7-10 years): $157,951
  • ETL Engineering Manager (10+ years): $130,755
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Data Engineering Specialist II2-4 years$89,350
Data Engineering Specialist III4-7 years$104,353
ETL Engineer IV7+ years$121,200
Data Engineering Specialist V7-10 years$157,951
ETL Engineering Manager10+ years$130,755

Top Paying Cities for ETL Engineer IVs

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:

  • San Jose: $152,870
  • San Francisco: $151,200
  • Oakland: $148,010

ETL Engineer IV Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

ETL Engineer IV salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $135,446. While startup companies pay approximate $114,574.

ETL Engineer IV Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup 1~50 $114,574
Growth Stage 51~500 $121,173
Established 501~5000 $130,790
Enterprise 5000+ $135,446

ETL Engineer IV Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For ETL Engineer IV roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 18% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Construction and Transportation sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 8% above the average. In contrast, ETL Engineer positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view ETL Engineer IV as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an ETL Engineer IV

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Construction$130,896$63.08%
Transportation$130,896$63.08%
Insurance$128,472$62.06%
Energy & Utilities$127,260$61.05%
Financial Services$127,260$61.05%

ETL Engineer IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an ETL Engineer IV'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.

Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$115,010
Average $121,200/year
$125,360
$9,584
Average $10,100/month
$10,447
$2,212
Average $2,331/week
$2,411
$55
Average $58/hour
$60
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $125,360 $10,447 $2,411 $60
Average $121,200 $10,100 $2,331 $58
25th Percentile $115,010 $9,584 $2,212 $55

ETL Engineer IV Salary Growth & Career Path

For an ETL Engineer IV, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Data Engineering Specialist V role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $158,000 - a projected growth of 30% over your current level.

Most common benefits for ETL Engineer IV

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for ETL Engineer IV

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FAQ about ETL Engineer IV

1. What industry pays the highest salary for ETL Engineer IV?

The Construction industry offers the highest average compensation for ETL Engineer IV roles, with salaries approximately 8% above the market median.

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