What are the main factors that influence a Data Center Technician 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 Data Center Technician I?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Data Center Technician I roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

How does experience change A Data Center Technician 's salary?

A Data Center Technician 's salary grows with experience: a Data Center Technician I (1-3 years)earns $57,432, a Data Center Technician II (3-5 years)earns $65,523, a Data Center Technician III (5-7 years)earns $81,428, a Data Center Supervisor (7+ years)earns $115,296, a Data Center Manager (7+ years)earns $138,853,

What are the highest paying states for a Data Center Technician I?

Data Center Technician I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Center Technician I roles are District of Columbia $62,792, California $62,553, Massachusetts $61,720. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Center Technician roles make?

Salaries for Data Center Technician level roles vary by specialization: Technician, Data Center Operations: $82,965; Data Center Support Technician: $80,897; Data Center Technician III: $80,407; Lead Data Center Technician: $76,868; Data Center Technician: $74,428.

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Data Center Technician I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Center Technician I make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Center Technician I in Delaware is $57,432 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, a Data Center Technician I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $67,849
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,967 to $62,885
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,081

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Data Center Technician I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,885	$5,240	$1,209	$30
Average	$57,432	$4,786	$1,104	$28
25th Percentile	$50,967	$4,247	$980	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Data Center Technician I Salaries

A Data Center Technician 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 Data Center Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Center Technician 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:

Data Center Technician I (1-3 years): $57,432
Data Center Technician II (3-5 years): $65,523
Data Center Technician III (5-7 years): $81,428
Data Center Supervisor (7+ years): $115,296
Data Center Manager (7+ years): $138,853

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Data Center Technician I	1-3 years	$57,432
Data Center Technician II	3-5 years	$65,523
Data Center Technician III	5-7 years	$81,428
Data Center Supervisor	7+ years	$115,296
Data Center Manager	7+ years	$138,853

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How Do Data Center Technician 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 Data Center Technician Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $62,792.
California: $62,553.
Massachusetts: $61,720.

District of Columbia $62,792 California $62,553 Massachusetts $61,720 Washington $61,493 New Jersey $61,470 Alaska $61,391 Connecticut $60,608 New York $60,291

Hawaii $59,275 Rhode Island $58,799 Maryland $58,476 Minnesota $58,033 Colorado $57,863 Illinois $57,807 Oregon $57,591 Delaware $57,432

New Hampshire $57,332 Virginia $57,109 Pennsylvania $56,457 Nevada $56,128 North Dakota $56,020 Michigan $55,850 Wisconsin $55,788 Vermont $55,663

Texas $55,317 Maine $55,294 Arizona $55,260 Ohio $55,220 Georgia $54,699 Indiana $54,438 Wyoming $54,387 Utah $54,307

Iowa $54,273 Kansas $54,001 Louisiana $53,922 North Carolina $53,893 Missouri $53,882 Florida $53,661 Montana $53,542 Nebraska $53,428

Kentucky $53,366 South Carolina $53,139 Tennessee $52,997 Idaho $52,941 New Mexico $52,527 Oklahoma $52,436 Alabama $52,101 South Dakota $51,540

Arkansas $51,234 West Virginia $51,069 Mississippi $50,576

Top Paying Cities for Data Center Technician 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: $57,174
Little Creek: $57,592
Magnolia: $57,509

Lincoln, DE $57,174 Little Creek, DE $57,592 Magnolia, DE $57,509 Milford, DE $57,319 Marydel, DE $57,413 Millsboro, DE $56,934 Millville, DE $57,022 Milton, DE $57,120

Nassau, DE $57,162 Ocean View, DE $57,012 Rehoboth Beach, DE $57,121 Seaford, DE $57,154 Selbyville, DE $56,917 Smyrna, DE $57,632 Viola, DE $57,366 Woodside, DE $57,521

Bear, DE $57,388 Newark, DE $57,366 Claymont, DE $57,484 Delaware City, DE $57,424 Hockessin, DE $57,361 Kirkwood, DE $57,413 Middletown, DE $57,435 Montchanin, DE $57,374

New Castle, DE $57,383 Odessa, DE $57,463 Port Penn, DE $57,502 Rockland, DE $57,380 Saint Georges, DE $57,417 Townsend, DE $57,505 Winterthur, DE $57,387 Lewes, DE $57,142

Wilmington, DE $57,364 Dover, DE $57,592 Dover Afb, DE $57,289 Bethany Beach, DE $56,952 Bethel, DE $57,011 Bridgeville, DE $57,145 Camden Wyoming, DE $57,430 Cheswold, DE $57,573

Clayton, DE $57,575 Dagsboro, DE $56,912 Delmar, DE $56,821 Ellendale, DE $56,993 Felton, DE $57,314 Fenwick Island, DE $56,925 Frankford, DE $56,825 Frederica, DE $57,371

Georgetown, DE $56,891 Greenwood, DE $57,154 Harbeson, DE $56,951 Harrington, DE $57,242 Hartly, DE $57,420 Houston, DE $57,160 Kenton, DE $57,578 Laurel, DE $56,857

Yorklyn, DE $57,378

Data Center Technician I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Data Center Technician I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $64,237. While startup companies pay approximate $54,326.

Data Center Technician I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$54,326
Growth Stage	51~500	$57,458
Established	501~5000	$62,034
Enterprise	5000+	$64,237

Data Center Technician I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Data Center Technician 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 Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Data Center Technician positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Data Center Technician I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Data Center Technician I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$77,534	$37.0	35%
Software & Networking	$74,662	$36.0	30%
Biotechnology	$68,919	$33.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$68,919	$33.0	20%
Aerospace & Defense	$66,047	$32.0	15%

Data Center Technician I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Center Technician 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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$50,967

Average $57,432/year

$62,885

$4,247

Average $4,786/month

$5,240

$980

Average $1,104/week

$1,209

$25

Average $28/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,885	$5,240	$1,209	$30
Average	$57,432	$4,786	$1,104	$28
25th Percentile	$50,967	$4,247	$980	$25

Data Center Technician I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Data Center Technician I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Data Center Technician II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $65,523 - a projected growth of 14% over your current level.

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