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

A Database Engineer IV's salary grows with experience: starting around $138,482 for beginners, reaching about $140,696 at mid-level, and approach $149,284 for experts.

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

Database Engineer IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Database Engineer IV roles are District of Columbia $159,877, California $159,271, Massachusetts $157,148. 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: $188,792; DevOps Engineer IV: $151,828; Database Planning and Performance Engineer IV: $144,400; Database Development Engineer IV: $144,390; Database Administrator IV: $136,873.

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Database Engineer IV Salary in Delaware

How much does a Database Engineer IV make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Database Engineer IV in Delaware is $146,232 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $160,703
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $131,396 to $153,807
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $117,888

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Database Engineer IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$153,807	$12,817	$2,958	$74
Average	$146,232	$12,186	$2,812	$70
25th Percentile	$131,396	$10,950	$2,527	$63

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Key Factors That Influence Database Engineer IV Salaries

A Database 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 Database Engineer IV Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Database 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): $138,482
Early Career (1-2 years): $139,589
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $140,696
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $144,682
Expert (over 8 years): $149,284

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Database Engineer IV	$138,482
Intermediate Level Database Engineer IV	$139,589
Senior Level Database Engineer IV	$140,696
Specialist Level Database Engineer IV	$144,682
Expert Level Database Engineer IV	$149,284

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

District of Columbia: $159,877.
California: $159,271.
Massachusetts: $157,148.

District of Columbia $159,877 California $159,271 Massachusetts $157,148 Washington $156,571 New Jersey $156,513 Alaska $156,311 Connecticut $154,318 New York $153,510

Hawaii $150,925 Rhode Island $149,712 Maryland $148,889 Minnesota $147,762 Colorado $147,329 Illinois $147,185 Oregon $146,636 Delaware $146,232

New Hampshire $145,978 Virginia $145,409 Pennsylvania $143,748 Nevada $142,911 North Dakota $142,636 Michigan $142,203 Wisconsin $142,044 Vermont $141,727

Texas $140,846 Maine $140,788 Arizona $140,701 Ohio $140,600 Georgia $139,272 Indiana $138,608 Wyoming $138,478 Utah $138,276

Iowa $138,189 Kansas $137,496 Louisiana $137,294 North Carolina $137,221 Missouri $137,193 Florida $136,629 Montana $136,326 Nebraska $136,037

Kentucky $135,879 South Carolina $135,301 Tennessee $134,940 Idaho $134,796 New Mexico $133,741 Oklahoma $133,510 Alabama $132,658 South Dakota $131,229

Arkansas $130,449 West Virginia $130,030 Mississippi $128,774

Top Paying Cities for Database 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: $151,344
Little Creek: $149,943
Magnolia: $150,564

Lincoln, DE $151,344 Little Creek, DE $149,943 Magnolia, DE $150,564 Milford, DE $151,344 Marydel, DE $149,380 Millsboro, DE $151,344 Millville, DE $152,354 Milton, DE $151,344

Nassau, DE $151,344 Ocean View, DE $152,354 Rehoboth Beach, DE $152,354 Seaford, DE $149,755 Selbyville, DE $152,354 Smyrna, DE $149,206 Viola, DE $150,564 Woodside, DE $150,131

Bear, DE $148,109 Newark, DE $148,167 Claymont, DE $148,282 Delaware City, DE $148,167 Hockessin, DE $148,282 Kirkwood, DE $148,167 Middletown, DE $148,903 Montchanin, DE $148,282

New Castle, DE $148,282 Odessa, DE $149,105 Port Penn, DE $147,762 Rockland, DE $148,282 Saint Georges, DE $148,167 Townsend, DE $148,889 Winterthur, DE $148,282 Lewes, DE $151,344

Wilmington, DE $148,282 Dover, DE $149,871 Dover Afb, DE $150,217 Bethany Beach, DE $152,354 Bethel, DE $149,755 Bridgeville, DE $151,344 Camden Wyoming, DE $150,030 Cheswold, DE $149,524

Clayton, DE $149,149 Dagsboro, DE $152,354 Delmar, DE $149,755 Ellendale, DE $151,344 Felton, DE $151,344 Fenwick Island, DE $152,354 Frankford, DE $152,354 Frederica, DE $151,344

Georgetown, DE $151,344 Greenwood, DE $151,344 Harbeson, DE $151,344 Harrington, DE $151,344 Hartly, DE $149,076 Houston, DE $151,344 Kenton, DE $149,149 Laurel, DE $149,755

Yorklyn, DE $148,282

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

Understanding how a Database 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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$131,396

Average $146,232/year

$153,807

$10,950

Average $12,186/month

$12,817

$2,527

Average $2,812/week

$2,958

$63

Average $70/hour

$74

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$153,807	$12,817	$2,958	$74
Average	$146,232	$12,186	$2,812	$70
25th Percentile	$131,396	$10,950	$2,527	$63

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