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

A Data Engineer IV's salary grows with experience: starting around $118,625 for beginners, reaching about $120,455 at mid-level, and approach $123,833 for experts.

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

Data Engineer IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Engineer IV roles are District of Columbia $134,311, California $133,802, Massachusetts $132,018. 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 IV: $188,957; DevOps Engineer IV: $151,828; Aeronautical Engineer IV: $140,136; Aerospace Engineer IV: $140,134; Chemical Engineer IV: $138,327.

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Data Engineer IV Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Engineer IV make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Engineer IV in Delaware is $122,848 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $59.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $135,460
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $113,416 to $129,449
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $104,830

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Data Engineer IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$129,449	$10,787	$2,489	$62
Average	$122,848	$10,237	$2,362	$59
25th Percentile	$113,416	$9,451	$2,181	$55

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Key Factors That Influence Data Engineer IV Salaries

A Data 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 Data Engineer IV Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data 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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $118,625
Early Career (1-2 years): $119,328
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $120,455
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $121,862
Expert (over 8 years): $123,833

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Data Engineer IV	$118,625
Intermediate Level Data Engineer IV	$119,328
Senior Level Data Engineer IV	$120,455
Specialist Level Data Engineer IV	$121,862
Expert Level Data Engineer IV	$123,833

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

District of Columbia: $134,311.
California: $133,802.
Massachusetts: $132,018.

District of Columbia $134,311 California $133,802 Massachusetts $132,018 Washington $131,533 New Jersey $131,485 Alaska $131,315 Connecticut $129,641 New York $128,961

Hawaii $126,790 Rhode Island $125,771 Maryland $125,080 Minnesota $124,133 Colorado $123,770 Illinois $123,648 Oregon $123,187 Delaware $122,848

New Hampshire $122,634 Virginia $122,156 Pennsylvania $120,761 Nevada $120,058 North Dakota $119,827 Michigan $119,463 Wisconsin $119,330 Vermont $119,063

Texas $118,323 Maine $118,274 Arizona $118,202 Ohio $118,117 Georgia $117,001 Indiana $116,443 Wyoming $116,333 Utah $116,164

Iowa $116,091 Kansas $115,509 Louisiana $115,339 North Carolina $115,278 Missouri $115,254 Florida $114,781 Montana $114,526 Nebraska $114,283

Kentucky $114,150 South Carolina $113,665 Tennessee $113,361 Idaho $113,240 New Mexico $112,355 Oklahoma $112,160 Alabama $111,445 South Dakota $110,244

Arkansas $109,589 West Virginia $109,237 Mississippi $108,182

Top Paying Cities for Data 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:

Lincoln: $127,142
Little Creek: $125,965
Magnolia: $126,487

Lincoln, DE $127,142 Little Creek, DE $125,965 Magnolia, DE $126,487 Milford, DE $127,142 Marydel, DE $125,492 Millsboro, DE $127,142 Millville, DE $127,991 Milton, DE $127,142

Nassau, DE $127,142 Ocean View, DE $127,991 Rehoboth Beach, DE $127,991 Seaford, DE $125,807 Selbyville, DE $127,991 Smyrna, DE $125,347 Viola, DE $126,487 Woodside, DE $126,123

Bear, DE $124,425 Newark, DE $124,473 Claymont, DE $124,570 Delaware City, DE $124,473 Hockessin, DE $124,570 Kirkwood, DE $124,473 Middletown, DE $125,092 Montchanin, DE $124,570

New Castle, DE $124,570 Odessa, DE $125,262 Port Penn, DE $124,133 Rockland, DE $124,570 Saint Georges, DE $124,473 Townsend, DE $125,080 Winterthur, DE $124,570 Lewes, DE $127,142

Wilmington, DE $124,570 Dover, DE $125,905 Dover Afb, DE $126,196 Bethany Beach, DE $127,991 Bethel, DE $125,807 Bridgeville, DE $127,142 Camden Wyoming, DE $126,038 Cheswold, DE $125,613

Clayton, DE $125,298 Dagsboro, DE $127,991 Delmar, DE $125,807 Ellendale, DE $127,142 Felton, DE $127,142 Fenwick Island, DE $127,991 Frankford, DE $127,991 Frederica, DE $127,142

Georgetown, DE $127,142 Greenwood, DE $127,142 Harbeson, DE $127,142 Harrington, DE $127,142 Hartly, DE $125,237 Houston, DE $127,142 Kenton, DE $125,298 Laurel, DE $125,807

Yorklyn, DE $124,570

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

Understanding how a Data 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.

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$113,416

Average $122,848/year

$129,449

$9,451

Average $10,237/month

$10,787

$2,181

Average $2,362/week

$2,489

$55

Average $59/hour

$62

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$129,449	$10,787	$2,489	$62
Average	$122,848	$10,237	$2,362	$59
25th Percentile	$113,416	$9,451	$2,181	$55

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