What are the main factors that influence a Data Engineer V'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 III (4-7 years)earns $105,798, a Data Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $122,820, a Data Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $159,913, a Data Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $132,646, a Data Engineering Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $160,641,

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

Data Engineer V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Engineer V roles are District of Columbia $174,836, California $174,173, Massachusetts $171,851. 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 V: $225,800; Medical Device Engineer V: $169,770; DevOps Engineer V: $167,773; Automation Engineer V: $164,400; Aviation Engineer V: $162,800.

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Data Engineer V Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Engineer V make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Engineer V in Delaware is $159,913 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $77.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $179,280
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $155,153 to $170,051
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $150,818

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Data Engineer V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$170,051	$14,171	$3,270	$82
Average	$159,913	$13,326	$3,075	$77
25th Percentile	$155,153	$12,929	$2,984	$75

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Key Factors That Influence Data Engineer V Salaries

A Data Engineer V'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 V'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 III (4-7 years): $105,798
Data Engineer IV (7+ years): $122,820
Data Engineer V (7-10 years): $159,913
Data Engineering Manager (10+ years): $132,646
Data Engineering Senior Manager (10+ years): $160,641

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Data Engineer III	4-7 years	$105,798
Data Engineer IV	7+ years	$122,820
Data Engineer V	7-10 years	$159,913
Data Engineering Manager	10+ years	$132,646
Data Engineering Senior Manager	10+ years	$160,641

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

District of Columbia: $174,836.
California: $174,173.
Massachusetts: $171,851.

District of Columbia $174,836 California $174,173 Massachusetts $171,851 Washington $171,220 New Jersey $171,156 Alaska $170,935 Connecticut $168,756 New York $167,872

Hawaii $165,045 Rhode Island $163,719 Maryland $162,819 Minnesota $161,587 Colorado $161,114 Illinois $160,956 Oregon $160,356 Delaware $159,913

New Hampshire $159,636 Virginia $159,013 Pennsylvania $157,197 Nevada $156,282 North Dakota $155,982 Michigan $155,508 Wisconsin $155,334 Vermont $154,987

Texas $154,023 Maine $153,960 Arizona $153,866 Ohio $153,755 Georgia $152,302 Indiana $151,576 Wyoming $151,434 Utah $151,213

Iowa $151,118 Kansas $150,360 Louisiana $150,139 North Carolina $150,060 Missouri $150,028 Florida $149,413 Montana $149,081 Nebraska $148,765

Kentucky $148,591 South Carolina $147,960 Tennessee $147,565 Idaho $147,407 New Mexico $146,254 Oklahoma $146,002 Alabama $145,070 South Dakota $143,507

Arkansas $142,654 West Virginia $142,196 Mississippi $140,822

Top Paying Cities for Data Engineer Vs

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: $165,503
Little Creek: $163,972
Magnolia: $164,651

Lincoln, DE $165,503 Little Creek, DE $163,972 Magnolia, DE $164,651 Milford, DE $165,503 Marydel, DE $163,356 Millsboro, DE $165,503 Millville, DE $166,609 Milton, DE $165,503

Nassau, DE $165,503 Ocean View, DE $166,609 Rehoboth Beach, DE $166,609 Seaford, DE $163,766 Selbyville, DE $166,609 Smyrna, DE $163,166 Viola, DE $164,651 Woodside, DE $164,177

Bear, DE $161,966 Newark, DE $162,029 Claymont, DE $162,156 Delaware City, DE $162,029 Hockessin, DE $162,156 Kirkwood, DE $162,029 Middletown, DE $162,835 Montchanin, DE $162,156

New Castle, DE $162,156 Odessa, DE $163,056 Port Penn, DE $161,587 Rockland, DE $162,156 Saint Georges, DE $162,029 Townsend, DE $162,819 Winterthur, DE $162,156 Lewes, DE $165,503

Wilmington, DE $162,156 Dover, DE $163,893 Dover Afb, DE $164,272 Bethany Beach, DE $166,609 Bethel, DE $163,766 Bridgeville, DE $165,503 Camden Wyoming, DE $164,066 Cheswold, DE $163,514

Clayton, DE $163,103 Dagsboro, DE $166,609 Delmar, DE $163,766 Ellendale, DE $165,503 Felton, DE $165,503 Fenwick Island, DE $166,609 Frankford, DE $166,609 Frederica, DE $165,503

Georgetown, DE $165,503 Greenwood, DE $165,503 Harbeson, DE $165,503 Harrington, DE $165,503 Hartly, DE $163,024 Houston, DE $165,503 Kenton, DE $163,103 Laurel, DE $163,766

Yorklyn, DE $162,156

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

Understanding how a Data Engineer V'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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$155,153

Average $159,913/year

$170,051

$12,929

Average $13,326/month

$14,171

$2,984

Average $3,075/week

$3,270

$75

Average $77/hour

$82

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$170,051	$14,171	$3,270	$82
Average	$159,913	$13,326	$3,075	$77
25th Percentile	$155,153	$12,929	$2,984	$75

Data Engineer V Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Data Engineer V, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Data Engineering Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $132,646 - a projected growth of -17% over your current level.

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