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

A Database Engineer V's salary grows with experience: starting around $165,633 for beginners, reaching about $166,906 at mid-level, and approach $176,089 for experts.

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

Database Engineer V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Database Engineer V roles are District of Columbia $186,459, California $185,752, Massachusetts $183,276. 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; Database Development Engineer V: $168,490; Database Planning and Performance Engineer V: $168,410; DevOps Engineer V: $167,773; ETL Engineer V: $157,900.

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Database Engineer V Salary in Delaware

How much does a Database Engineer V make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Database Engineer V in Delaware is $170,545 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $82.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $202,800
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $158,356 to $187,428
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $147,259

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Database Engineer V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$187,428	$15,619	$3,604	$90
Average	$170,545	$14,212	$3,280	$82
25th Percentile	$158,356	$13,196	$3,045	$76

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Key Factors That Influence Database Engineer V Salaries

A Database 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 Database Engineer V Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Database 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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $165,633
Early Career (1-2 years): $166,542
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $166,906
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $168,726
Expert (over 8 years): $176,089

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Database Engineer V	$165,633
Intermediate Level Database Engineer V	$166,542
Senior Level Database Engineer V	$166,906
Specialist Level Database Engineer V	$168,726
Expert Level Database Engineer V	$176,089

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

District of Columbia: $186,459.
California: $185,752.
Massachusetts: $183,276.

District of Columbia $186,459 California $185,752 Massachusetts $183,276 Washington $182,603 New Jersey $182,535 Alaska $182,299 Connecticut $179,975 New York $179,032

Hawaii $176,018 Rhode Island $174,603 Maryland $173,643 Minnesota $172,330 Colorado $171,825 Illinois $171,656 Oregon $171,016 Delaware $170,545

New Hampshire $170,248 Virginia $169,585 Pennsylvania $167,648 Nevada $166,671 North Dakota $166,351 Michigan $165,846 Wisconsin $165,661 Vermont $165,290

Texas $164,263 Maine $164,196 Arizona $164,095 Ohio $163,977 Georgia $162,428 Indiana $161,653 Wyoming $161,501 Utah $161,266

Iowa $161,165 Kansas $160,356 Louisiana $160,120 North Carolina $160,036 Missouri $160,003 Florida $159,346 Montana $158,992 Nebraska $158,655

Kentucky $158,470 South Carolina $157,796 Tennessee $157,375 Idaho $157,207 New Mexico $155,978 Oklahoma $155,708 Alabama $154,715 South Dakota $153,047

Arkansas $152,138 West Virginia $151,650 Mississippi $150,184

Top Paying Cities for Database 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: $176,506
Little Creek: $174,873
Magnolia: $175,597

Lincoln, DE $176,506 Little Creek, DE $174,873 Magnolia, DE $175,597 Milford, DE $176,506 Marydel, DE $174,216 Millsboro, DE $176,506 Millville, DE $177,685 Milton, DE $176,506

Nassau, DE $176,506 Ocean View, DE $177,685 Rehoboth Beach, DE $177,685 Seaford, DE $174,654 Selbyville, DE $177,685 Smyrna, DE $174,014 Viola, DE $175,597 Woodside, DE $175,092

Bear, DE $172,734 Newark, DE $172,801 Claymont, DE $172,936 Delaware City, DE $172,801 Hockessin, DE $172,936 Kirkwood, DE $172,801 Middletown, DE $173,660 Montchanin, DE $172,936

New Castle, DE $172,936 Odessa, DE $173,896 Port Penn, DE $172,330 Rockland, DE $172,936 Saint Georges, DE $172,801 Townsend, DE $173,643 Winterthur, DE $172,936 Lewes, DE $176,506

Wilmington, DE $172,936 Dover, DE $174,789 Dover Afb, DE $175,193 Bethany Beach, DE $177,685 Bethel, DE $174,654 Bridgeville, DE $176,506 Camden Wyoming, DE $174,974 Cheswold, DE $174,384

Clayton, DE $173,947 Dagsboro, DE $177,685 Delmar, DE $174,654 Ellendale, DE $176,506 Felton, DE $176,506 Fenwick Island, DE $177,685 Frankford, DE $177,685 Frederica, DE $176,506

Georgetown, DE $176,506 Greenwood, DE $176,506 Harbeson, DE $176,506 Harrington, DE $176,506 Hartly, DE $173,862 Houston, DE $176,506 Kenton, DE $173,947 Laurel, DE $174,654

Yorklyn, DE $172,936

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

Understanding how a Database 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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$158,356

Average $170,545/year

$187,428

$13,196

Average $14,212/month

$15,619

$3,045

Average $3,280/week

$3,604

$76

Average $82/hour

$90

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$187,428	$15,619	$3,604	$90
Average	$170,545	$14,212	$3,280	$82
25th Percentile	$158,356	$13,196	$3,045	$76

Database Engineer V Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Database Engineer V, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Database Engineer VI role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $191,190 - a projected growth of 12% over your current level.

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