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 $79,932, a Database Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $108,006, a Database Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $131,447, a Database Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $150,935, a Database Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $176,073,

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 Hawaii

How much does a Database Engineer I make in Hawaii?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Database Engineer I in Hawaii is $79,932 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $95,882
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $70,301 to $88,281
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,533

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Database Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,281	$7,357	$1,698	$42
Average	$79,932	$6,661	$1,537	$38
25th Percentile	$70,301	$5,858	$1,352	$34

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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): $79,932
Database Engineer II (2-4 years): $108,006
Database Engineer III (4-7 years): $131,447
Database Engineer IV (7+ years): $150,935
Database Engineer V (7-10 years): $176,073

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Database Engineer I	0-2 years	$79,932
Database Engineer II	2-4 years	$108,006
Database Engineer III	4-7 years	$131,447
Database Engineer IV	7+ years	$150,935
Database Engineer V	7-10 years	$176,073

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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:

Aiea: $79,499
Anahola: $78,456
Captain Cook: $78,378

Aiea, HI $79,499 Anahola, HI $78,456 Captain Cook, HI $78,378 Eleele, HI $78,616 Ewa Beach, HI $79,428 Kapolei, HI $79,365 Haiku, HI $78,515 Hakalau, HI $78,339

Haleiwa, HI $79,212 Hana, HI $78,327 Hanalei, HI $78,354 Hanamaulu, HI $78,513 Hanapepe, HI $78,612 Hauula, HI $79,333 Hawaii National Park, HI $78,430 Hawi, HI $78,560

Hilo, HI $78,505 Princeville, HI $78,497 Holualoa, HI $78,409 Honaunau, HI $78,274 Honokaa, HI $78,375 Honomu, HI $78,498 Hoolehua, HI $78,274 Kaaawa, HI $79,359

Kahuku, HI $79,189 Kahului, HI $78,696 Kailua, HI $79,474 Ocean View, HI $78,474 Waikoloa, HI $78,466 Keauhou, HI $78,409 Kailua Kona, HI $78,504 Kalaheo, HI $78,521

Kalaupapa, HI $78,202 Kamuela, HI $78,414 Kaneohe, HI $79,457 Kapaa, HI $78,607 Kaumakani, HI $78,649 Kaunakakai, HI $78,367 Keaau, HI $78,559 Kealakekua, HI $78,518

Kealia, HI $78,544 Kekaha, HI $78,465 Kihei, HI $78,616 Kilauea, HI $78,499 Kapaau, HI $78,439 Koloa, HI $78,533 Kualapuu, HI $78,344 Kunia, HI $79,340

Kurtistown, HI $78,519 Lahaina, HI $78,534 Laie, HI $79,259 Lanai City, HI $78,344 Laupahoehoe, HI $78,541 Lawai, HI $78,649 Lihue, HI $78,513 Makawao, HI $78,575

Makaweli, HI $78,339 Maunaloa, HI $78,155 Mountain View, HI $78,478 Naalehu, HI $78,320 Ninole, HI $78,267 Ookala, HI $78,292 Paauilo, HI $78,388 Pahala, HI $78,341

Pahoa, HI $78,445 Paia, HI $78,538 Papaaloa, HI $78,552 Papaikou, HI $78,389 Pearl City, HI $79,441 Pepeekeo, HI $78,541 Puunene, HI $78,696 Volcano, HI $78,430

Wahiawa, HI $79,305 Pukalani, HI $78,575 Mililani, HI $79,401 Kula, HI $78,413 Waialua, HI $79,169 Waianae, HI $79,243 Wailuku, HI $78,573 Waimanalo, HI $79,458

Waimea, HI $78,642 Waipahu, HI $79,407 Honolulu, HI $79,526 J B P H H, HI $79,513 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $79,348 Schofield Barracks, HI $79,325 Fort Shafter, HI $79,526 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $79,526

Camp H M Smith, HI $79,509 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $79,432 Wake Island, HI $79,526

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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$70,301

Average $79,932/year

$88,281

$5,858

Average $6,661/month

$7,357

$1,352

Average $1,537/week

$1,698

$34

Average $38/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,281	$7,357	$1,698	$42
Average	$79,932	$6,661	$1,537	$38
25th Percentile	$70,301	$5,858	$1,352	$34

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 $108,006 - a projected growth of 35% over your current level.

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