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

A Database Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Database Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $77,446, a Database Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $104,647, a Database Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $127,360, a Database Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $146,242, a Database Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $170,598,

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

Database Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Database Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $84,673, California $84,352, Massachusetts $83,228. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Database Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Database Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Database Engineer VI: $188,875; Database Engineer V: $168,459; Database Engineer, Specialist: $144,500; Database Engineer IV: $144,408; Database Engineer III: $125,763.

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Database Engineer I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Database Engineer I make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Database Engineer I in Delaware is $77,446 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $92,901
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $68,115 to $85,536
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $59,620

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Database Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,536	$7,128	$1,645	$41
Average	$77,446	$6,454	$1,489	$37
25th Percentile	$68,115	$5,676	$1,310	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Database Engineer I Salaries

A Database 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 Database Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Database 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:

Database Engineer I (0-2 years): $77,446
Database Engineer II (2-4 years): $104,647
Database Engineer III (4-7 years): $127,360
Database Engineer IV (7+ years): $146,242
Database Engineer V (7-10 years): $170,598

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Database Engineer I	0-2 years	$77,446
Database Engineer II	2-4 years	$104,647
Database Engineer III	4-7 years	$127,360
Database Engineer IV	7+ years	$146,242
Database Engineer V	7-10 years	$170,598

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

District of Columbia: $84,673.
California: $84,352.
Massachusetts: $83,228.

District of Columbia $84,673 California $84,352 Massachusetts $83,228 Washington $82,922 New Jersey $82,891 Alaska $82,784 Connecticut $81,729 New York $81,301

Hawaii $79,932 Rhode Island $79,289 Maryland $78,853 Minnesota $78,257 Colorado $78,027 Illinois $77,951 Oregon $77,660 Delaware $77,446

New Hampshire $77,312 Virginia $77,010 Pennsylvania $76,131 Nevada $75,687 North Dakota $75,542 Michigan $75,313 Wisconsin $75,228 Vermont $75,060

Texas $74,594 Maine $74,563 Arizona $74,517 Ohio $74,464 Georgia $73,760 Indiana $73,408 Wyoming $73,340 Utah $73,232

Iowa $73,187 Kansas $72,819 Louisiana $72,712 North Carolina $72,674 Missouri $72,659 Florida $72,361 Montana $72,200 Nebraska $72,047

Kentucky $71,963 South Carolina $71,657 Tennessee $71,466 Idaho $71,389 New Mexico $70,831 Oklahoma $70,709 Alabama $70,258 South Dakota $69,500

Arkansas $69,088 West Virginia $68,866 Mississippi $68,200

Top Paying Cities for Database 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: $77,098
Little Creek: $77,662
Magnolia: $77,550

Lincoln, DE $77,098 Little Creek, DE $77,662 Magnolia, DE $77,550 Milford, DE $77,293 Marydel, DE $77,420 Millsboro, DE $76,774 Millville, DE $76,893 Milton, DE $77,026

Nassau, DE $77,081 Ocean View, DE $76,880 Rehoboth Beach, DE $77,027 Seaford, DE $77,071 Selbyville, DE $76,752 Smyrna, DE $77,715 Viola, DE $77,358 Woodside, DE $77,566

Bear, DE $77,387 Newark, DE $77,358 Claymont, DE $77,516 Delaware City, DE $77,435 Hockessin, DE $77,351 Kirkwood, DE $77,420 Middletown, DE $77,450 Montchanin, DE $77,368

New Castle, DE $77,380 Odessa, DE $77,488 Port Penn, DE $77,540 Rockland, DE $77,376 Saint Georges, DE $77,426 Townsend, DE $77,545 Winterthur, DE $77,385 Lewes, DE $77,055

Wilmington, DE $77,354 Dover, DE $77,662 Dover Afb, DE $77,253 Bethany Beach, DE $76,798 Bethel, DE $76,878 Bridgeville, DE $77,059 Camden Wyoming, DE $77,443 Cheswold, DE $77,637

Clayton, DE $77,639 Dagsboro, DE $76,745 Delmar, DE $76,622 Ellendale, DE $76,854 Felton, DE $77,287 Fenwick Island, DE $76,762 Frankford, DE $76,628 Frederica, DE $77,364

Georgetown, DE $76,716 Greenwood, DE $77,072 Harbeson, DE $76,798 Harrington, DE $77,189 Hartly, DE $77,429 Houston, DE $77,079 Kenton, DE $77,643 Laurel, DE $76,670

Yorklyn, DE $77,374

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

Understanding how a Database 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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$68,115

Average $77,446/year

$85,536

$5,676

Average $6,454/month

$7,128

$1,310

Average $1,489/week

$1,645

$33

Average $37/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,536	$7,128	$1,645	$41
Average	$77,446	$6,454	$1,489	$37
25th Percentile	$68,115	$5,676	$1,310	$33

Database Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Database Engineer I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Database Engineer II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $104,647 - a projected growth of 35% over your current level.

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