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

A Data Engineer II's salary grows with experience: starting around $87,811 for beginners, reaching about $90,718 at mid-level, and approach $91,365 for experts.

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

Data Engineer II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Engineer II roles are District of Columbia $99,066, California $98,690, Massachusetts $97,375. 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 II: $136,886; AI Engineer II: $108,469; DevOps Engineer II: $101,388; Chemical Engineer II: $97,234; Data Warehouse Engineer II: $96,353.

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Data Engineer II Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Engineer II make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Engineer II in Delaware is $90,610 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,369
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $82,084 to $92,054
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,322

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Data Engineer II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,054	$7,671	$1,770	$44
Average	$90,610	$7,551	$1,743	$44
25th Percentile	$82,084	$6,840	$1,579	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Data Engineer II Salaries

A Data Engineer II'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 II Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Engineer II'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): $87,811
Early Career (1-2 years): $88,065
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $90,718
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $91,322
Expert (over 8 years): $91,365

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Data Engineer II	$87,811
Intermediate Level Data Engineer II	$88,065
Senior Level Data Engineer II	$90,718
Specialist Level Data Engineer II	$91,322
Expert Level Data Engineer II	$91,365

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

District of Columbia: $99,066.
California: $98,690.
Massachusetts: $97,375.

District of Columbia $99,066 California $98,690 Massachusetts $97,375 Washington $97,017 New Jersey $96,981 Alaska $96,856 Connecticut $95,621 New York $95,120

Hawaii $93,518 Rhode Island $92,767 Maryland $92,257 Minnesota $91,559 Colorado $91,290 Illinois $91,201 Oregon $90,861 Delaware $90,610

New Hampshire $90,453 Virginia $90,100 Pennsylvania $89,071 Nevada $88,552 North Dakota $88,382 Michigan $88,114 Wisconsin $88,016 Vermont $87,819

Texas $87,273 Maine $87,237 Arizona $87,183 Ohio $87,121 Georgia $86,298 Indiana $85,886 Wyoming $85,806 Utah $85,680

Iowa $85,627 Kansas $85,197 Louisiana $85,072 North Carolina $85,027 Missouri $85,009 Florida $84,660 Montana $84,472 Nebraska $84,293

Kentucky $84,195 South Carolina $83,837 Tennessee $83,613 Idaho $83,524 New Mexico $82,871 Oklahoma $82,728 Alabama $82,200 South Dakota $81,314

Arkansas $80,831 West Virginia $80,571 Mississippi $79,793

Top Paying Cities for Data Engineer IIs

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: $93,778
Little Creek: $92,910
Magnolia: $93,295

Lincoln, DE $93,778 Little Creek, DE $92,910 Magnolia, DE $93,295 Milford, DE $93,778 Marydel, DE $92,561 Millsboro, DE $93,778 Millville, DE $94,404 Milton, DE $93,778

Nassau, DE $93,778 Ocean View, DE $94,404 Rehoboth Beach, DE $94,404 Seaford, DE $92,793 Selbyville, DE $94,404 Smyrna, DE $92,453 Viola, DE $93,295 Woodside, DE $93,026

Bear, DE $91,773 Newark, DE $91,809 Claymont, DE $91,881 Delaware City, DE $91,809 Hockessin, DE $91,881 Kirkwood, DE $91,809 Middletown, DE $92,266 Montchanin, DE $91,881

New Castle, DE $91,881 Odessa, DE $92,391 Port Penn, DE $91,559 Rockland, DE $91,881 Saint Georges, DE $91,809 Townsend, DE $92,257 Winterthur, DE $91,881 Lewes, DE $93,778

Wilmington, DE $91,881 Dover, DE $92,865 Dover Afb, DE $93,080 Bethany Beach, DE $94,404 Bethel, DE $92,793 Bridgeville, DE $93,778 Camden Wyoming, DE $92,963 Cheswold, DE $92,650

Clayton, DE $92,418 Dagsboro, DE $94,404 Delmar, DE $92,793 Ellendale, DE $93,778 Felton, DE $93,778 Fenwick Island, DE $94,404 Frankford, DE $94,404 Frederica, DE $93,778

Georgetown, DE $93,778 Greenwood, DE $93,778 Harbeson, DE $93,778 Harrington, DE $93,778 Hartly, DE $92,373 Houston, DE $93,778 Kenton, DE $92,418 Laurel, DE $92,793

Yorklyn, DE $91,881

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

Understanding how a Data Engineer II'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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$82,084

Average $90,610/year

$92,054

$6,840

Average $7,551/month

$7,671

$1,579

Average $1,743/week

$1,770

$39

Average $44/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,054	$7,671	$1,770	$44
Average	$90,610	$7,551	$1,743	$44
25th Percentile	$82,084	$6,840	$1,579	$39

Data Engineer II Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Data Engineer II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Data Engineer III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $105,836 - a projected growth of 17% over your current level.

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