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

A Data Engineer I's salary grows with experience: starting around $78,420 for beginners, reaching about $79,823 at mid-level, and approach $80,139 for experts.

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

Data Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $86,097, California $85,770, Massachusetts $84,627. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Data Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Drilling Engineer I: $116,378; AI Engineer I: $92,657; Chemical Engineer I: $83,615; DevOps Engineer I: $83,477; Medical Device Engineer I: $80,076.

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Data Engineer I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Engineer I make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Engineer I in Delaware is $78,749 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $86,840
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,344 to $82,984
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,335

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Data Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,984	$6,915	$1,596	$40
Average	$78,749	$6,562	$1,514	$38
25th Percentile	$74,344	$6,195	$1,430	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Data Engineer I Salaries

A Data 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 Data Engineer I Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data 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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $78,420
Early Career (1-2 years): $78,875
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $79,823
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $80,013
Expert (over 8 years): $80,139

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Data Engineer I	$78,420
Intermediate Level Data Engineer I	$78,875
Senior Level Data Engineer I	$79,823
Specialist Level Data Engineer I	$80,013
Expert Level Data Engineer I	$80,139

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

District of Columbia: $86,097.
California: $85,770.
Massachusetts: $84,627.

District of Columbia $86,097 California $85,770 Massachusetts $84,627 Washington $84,316 New Jersey $84,285 Alaska $84,176 Connecticut $83,103 New York $82,668

Hawaii $81,276 Rhode Island $80,623 Maryland $80,179 Minnesota $79,573 Colorado $79,340 Illinois $79,262 Oregon $78,966 Delaware $78,749

New Hampshire $78,612 Virginia $78,305 Pennsylvania $77,411 Nevada $76,960 North Dakota $76,812 Michigan $76,579 Wisconsin $76,493 Vermont $76,322

Texas $75,848 Maine $75,817 Arizona $75,770 Ohio $75,716 Georgia $75,000 Indiana $74,643 Wyoming $74,573 Utah $74,464

Iowa $74,417 Kansas $74,044 Louisiana $73,935 North Carolina $73,896 Missouri $73,881 Florida $73,577 Montana $73,414 Nebraska $73,259

Kentucky $73,173 South Carolina $72,862 Tennessee $72,668 Idaho $72,590 New Mexico $72,022 Oklahoma $71,898 Alabama $71,439 South Dakota $70,669

Arkansas $70,249 West Virginia $70,024 Mississippi $69,347

Top Paying Cities for Data 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: $81,501
Little Creek: $80,747
Magnolia: $81,081

Lincoln, DE $81,501 Little Creek, DE $80,747 Magnolia, DE $81,081 Milford, DE $81,501 Marydel, DE $80,444 Millsboro, DE $81,501 Millville, DE $82,046 Milton, DE $81,501

Nassau, DE $81,501 Ocean View, DE $82,046 Rehoboth Beach, DE $82,046 Seaford, DE $80,646 Selbyville, DE $82,046 Smyrna, DE $80,350 Viola, DE $81,081 Woodside, DE $80,848

Bear, DE $79,759 Newark, DE $79,791 Claymont, DE $79,853 Delaware City, DE $79,791 Hockessin, DE $79,853 Kirkwood, DE $79,791 Middletown, DE $80,187 Montchanin, DE $79,853

New Castle, DE $79,853 Odessa, DE $80,296 Port Penn, DE $79,573 Rockland, DE $79,853 Saint Georges, DE $79,791 Townsend, DE $80,179 Winterthur, DE $79,853 Lewes, DE $81,501

Wilmington, DE $79,853 Dover, DE $80,708 Dover Afb, DE $80,895 Bethany Beach, DE $82,046 Bethel, DE $80,646 Bridgeville, DE $81,501 Camden Wyoming, DE $80,794 Cheswold, DE $80,522

Clayton, DE $80,319 Dagsboro, DE $82,046 Delmar, DE $80,646 Ellendale, DE $81,501 Felton, DE $81,501 Fenwick Island, DE $82,046 Frankford, DE $82,046 Frederica, DE $81,501

Georgetown, DE $81,501 Greenwood, DE $81,501 Harbeson, DE $81,501 Harrington, DE $81,501 Hartly, DE $80,280 Houston, DE $81,501 Kenton, DE $80,319 Laurel, DE $80,646

Yorklyn, DE $79,853

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

Understanding how a Data 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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$74,344

Average $78,749/year

$82,984

$6,195

Average $6,562/month

$6,915

$1,430

Average $1,514/week

$1,596

$36

Average $38/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,984	$6,915	$1,596	$40
Average	$78,749	$6,562	$1,514	$38
25th Percentile	$74,344	$6,195	$1,430	$36

Data Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Data Engineer I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Data Engineer II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $90,610 - a projected growth of 15% over your current level.

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