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

A Database Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Database Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $77,453, a Database Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $104,656, a Database Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $127,359, a Database Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $146,238, a Database Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $170,573,

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

Database Engineer II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Database Engineer II roles are District of Columbia $114,422, California $113,988, Massachusetts $112,469. 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: $188,836; Database Engineer III: $125,762; Database Specialist II: $120,407; Database Administrator II: $104,436; Database Developer II: $103,931.

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Database Engineer II Salary in Delaware

How much does a Database Engineer II make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Database Engineer II in Delaware is $104,656 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $114,237
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $96,607 to $109,671
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $89,277

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Database Engineer II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$109,671	$9,139	$2,109	$53
Average	$104,656	$8,721	$2,013	$50
25th Percentile	$96,607	$8,051	$1,858	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Database Engineer II Salaries

A Database 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 Database Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Database 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:

Database Engineer I (0-2 years): $77,453
Database Engineer II (2-4 years): $104,656
Database Engineer III (4-7 years): $127,359
Database Engineer IV (7+ years): $146,238
Database Engineer V (7-10 years): $170,573

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Database Engineer I	0-2 years	$77,453
Database Engineer II	2-4 years	$104,656
Database Engineer III	4-7 years	$127,359
Database Engineer IV	7+ years	$146,238
Database Engineer V	7-10 years	$170,573

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

District of Columbia: $114,422.
California: $113,988.
Massachusetts: $112,469.

District of Columbia $114,422 California $113,988 Massachusetts $112,469 Washington $112,056 New Jersey $112,015 Alaska $111,870 Connecticut $110,444 New York $109,865

Hawaii $108,015 Rhode Island $107,147 Maryland $106,558 Minnesota $105,752 Colorado $105,442 Illinois $105,339 Oregon $104,946 Delaware $104,656

New Hampshire $104,475 Virginia $104,067 Pennsylvania $102,879 Nevada $102,280 North Dakota $102,083 Michigan $101,773 Wisconsin $101,659 Vermont $101,432

Texas $100,802 Maine $100,760 Arizona $100,698 Ohio $100,626 Georgia $99,675 Indiana $99,200 Wyoming $99,107 Utah $98,962

Iowa $98,900 Kansas $98,404 Louisiana $98,259 North Carolina $98,208 Missouri $98,187 Florida $97,784 Montana $97,567 Nebraska $97,360

Kentucky $97,247 South Carolina $96,833 Tennessee $96,575 Idaho $96,472 New Mexico $95,717 Oklahoma $95,552 Alabama $94,942 South Dakota $93,919

Arkansas $93,361 West Virginia $93,061 Mississippi $92,162

Top Paying Cities for Database 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: $108,315
Little Creek: $107,312
Magnolia: $107,757

Lincoln, DE $108,315 Little Creek, DE $107,312 Magnolia, DE $107,757 Milford, DE $108,315 Marydel, DE $106,909 Millsboro, DE $108,315 Millville, DE $109,038 Milton, DE $108,315

Nassau, DE $108,315 Ocean View, DE $109,038 Rehoboth Beach, DE $109,038 Seaford, DE $107,178 Selbyville, DE $109,038 Smyrna, DE $106,785 Viola, DE $107,757 Woodside, DE $107,447

Bear, DE $106,000 Newark, DE $106,041 Claymont, DE $106,124 Delaware City, DE $106,041 Hockessin, DE $106,124 Kirkwood, DE $106,041 Middletown, DE $106,568 Montchanin, DE $106,124

New Castle, DE $106,124 Odessa, DE $106,713 Port Penn, DE $105,752 Rockland, DE $106,124 Saint Georges, DE $106,041 Townsend, DE $106,558 Winterthur, DE $106,124 Lewes, DE $108,315

Wilmington, DE $106,124 Dover, DE $107,261 Dover Afb, DE $107,509 Bethany Beach, DE $109,038 Bethel, DE $107,178 Bridgeville, DE $108,315 Camden Wyoming, DE $107,374 Cheswold, DE $107,013

Clayton, DE $106,744 Dagsboro, DE $109,038 Delmar, DE $107,178 Ellendale, DE $108,315 Felton, DE $108,315 Fenwick Island, DE $109,038 Frankford, DE $109,038 Frederica, DE $108,315

Georgetown, DE $108,315 Greenwood, DE $108,315 Harbeson, DE $108,315 Harrington, DE $108,315 Hartly, DE $106,692 Houston, DE $108,315 Kenton, DE $106,744 Laurel, DE $107,178

Yorklyn, DE $106,124

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

Understanding how a Database 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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$96,607

Average $104,656/year

$109,671

$8,051

Average $8,721/month

$9,139

$1,858

Average $2,013/week

$2,109

$46

Average $50/hour

$53

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$109,671	$9,139	$2,109	$53
Average	$104,656	$8,721	$2,013	$50
25th Percentile	$96,607	$8,051	$1,858	$46

Database Engineer II Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Database Engineer II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Database Engineer III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $127,359 - a projected growth of 22% over your current level.

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