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 's salary?

A Data Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Data Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $78,678, a Data Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $90,546, a Data Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $105,757, a Data Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $122,794, a Data Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $159,927,

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 $86,019, California $85,693, Massachusetts $84,551. 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: $116,476; AI Engineer I: $92,667; Chemical Engineer I: $83,607; DevOps Engineer I: $83,460; Medical Device Engineer I: $80,074.

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Data Engineer I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Engineer I make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Engineer I in Delaware is $78,678 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): $85,122
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,540 to $82,051
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,951

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Data Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,051	$6,838	$1,578	$39
Average	$78,678	$6,556	$1,513	$38
25th Percentile	$72,540	$6,045	$1,395	$35

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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 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:

Data Engineer I (0-2 years): $78,678
Data Engineer II (2-4 years): $90,546
Data Engineer III (4-7 years): $105,757
Data Engineer IV (7+ years): $122,794
Data Engineer V (7-10 years): $159,927

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Data Engineer I	0-2 years	$78,678
Data Engineer II	2-4 years	$90,546
Data Engineer III	4-7 years	$105,757
Data Engineer IV	7+ years	$122,794
Data Engineer V	7-10 years	$159,927

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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: $86,019.
California: $85,693.
Massachusetts: $84,551.

District of Columbia $86,019 California $85,693 Massachusetts $84,551 Washington $84,240 New Jersey $84,209 Alaska $84,101 Connecticut $83,028 New York $82,593

Hawaii $81,203 Rhode Island $80,550 Maryland $80,107 Minnesota $79,501 Colorado $79,268 Illinois $79,190 Oregon $78,895 Delaware $78,678

New Hampshire $78,541 Virginia $78,235 Pennsylvania $77,341 Nevada $76,891 North Dakota $76,743 Michigan $76,510 Wisconsin $76,425 Vermont $76,254

Texas $75,780 Maine $75,749 Arizona $75,702 Ohio $75,648 Georgia $74,933 Indiana $74,576 Wyoming $74,506 Utah $74,397

Iowa $74,350 Kansas $73,977 Louisiana $73,869 North Carolina $73,830 Missouri $73,814 Florida $73,511 Montana $73,348 Nebraska $73,193

Kentucky $73,107 South Carolina $72,796 Tennessee $72,602 Idaho $72,525 New Mexico $71,957 Oklahoma $71,833 Alabama $71,375 South Dakota $70,606

Arkansas $70,186 West Virginia $69,961 Mississippi $69,285

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: $78,323
Little Creek: $78,897
Magnolia: $78,783

Lincoln, DE $78,323 Little Creek, DE $78,897 Magnolia, DE $78,783 Milford, DE $78,522 Marydel, DE $78,651 Millsboro, DE $77,995 Millville, DE $78,115 Milton, DE $78,250

Nassau, DE $78,307 Ocean View, DE $78,102 Rehoboth Beach, DE $78,252 Seaford, DE $78,296 Selbyville, DE $77,972 Smyrna, DE $78,951 Viola, DE $78,588 Woodside, DE $78,799

Bear, DE $78,617 Newark, DE $78,588 Claymont, DE $78,748 Delaware City, DE $78,666 Hockessin, DE $78,581 Kirkwood, DE $78,651 Middletown, DE $78,682 Montchanin, DE $78,598

New Castle, DE $78,610 Odessa, DE $78,720 Port Penn, DE $78,773 Rockland, DE $78,606 Saint Georges, DE $78,657 Townsend, DE $78,778 Winterthur, DE $78,616 Lewes, DE $78,281

Wilmington, DE $78,584 Dover, DE $78,897 Dover Afb, DE $78,481 Bethany Beach, DE $78,020 Bethel, DE $78,100 Bridgeville, DE $78,285 Camden Wyoming, DE $78,675 Cheswold, DE $78,871

Clayton, DE $78,873 Dagsboro, DE $77,965 Delmar, DE $77,840 Ellendale, DE $78,076 Felton, DE $78,516 Fenwick Island, DE $77,982 Frankford, DE $77,846 Frederica, DE $78,594

Georgetown, DE $77,936 Greenwood, DE $78,297 Harbeson, DE $78,019 Harrington, DE $78,417 Hartly, DE $78,661 Houston, DE $78,305 Kenton, DE $78,877 Laurel, DE $77,889

Yorklyn, DE $78,604

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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$72,540

Average $78,678/year

$82,051

$6,045

Average $6,556/month

$6,838

$1,395

Average $1,513/week

$1,578

$35

Average $38/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,051	$6,838	$1,578	$39
Average	$78,678	$6,556	$1,513	$38
25th Percentile	$72,540	$6,045	$1,395	$35

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 $90,546 - a projected growth of 15% over your current level.

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