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

A DevOps Engineer IV's salary grows with experience: starting around $150,795 for beginners, reaching about $152,410 at mid-level, and approach $155,085 for experts.

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

DevOps Engineer IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for DevOps Engineer IV roles are District of Columbia $168,104, California $167,466, Massachusetts $165,234. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of DevOps Engineer roles make?

Salaries for DevOps Engineer level roles vary by specialization: DevOps Expert Engineer: $167,800; DevOps Engineer V: $167,773; Sr Devops Engineer: $160,563; DevOps Principal Engineer: $151,900; DevOps Senior Engineer: $135,800.

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DevOps Engineer IV Salary in Delaware

How much does a DevOps Engineer IV make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a DevOps Engineer IV in Delaware is $153,756 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $167,926
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $144,738 to $161,173
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $136,528

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DevOps Engineer IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,173	$13,431	$3,099	$77
Average	$153,756	$12,813	$2,957	$74
25th Percentile	$144,738	$12,062	$2,783	$70

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Key Factors That Influence DevOps Engineer IV Salaries

A DevOps 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 DevOps Engineer IV Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a DevOps 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): $150,795
Early Career (1-2 years): $151,468
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $152,410
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $153,487
Expert (over 8 years): $155,085

Levels	Salary
Entry Level DevOps Engineer IV	$150,795
Intermediate Level DevOps Engineer IV	$151,468
Senior Level DevOps Engineer IV	$152,410
Specialist Level DevOps Engineer IV	$153,487
Expert Level DevOps Engineer IV	$155,085

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

District of Columbia: $168,104.
California: $167,466.
Massachusetts: $165,234.

District of Columbia $168,104 California $167,466 Massachusetts $165,234 Washington $164,627 New Jersey $164,566 Alaska $164,354 Connecticut $162,259 New York $161,408

Hawaii $158,691 Rhode Island $157,415 Maryland $156,550 Minnesota $155,366 Colorado $154,910 Illinois $154,758 Oregon $154,181 Delaware $153,756

New Hampshire $153,489 Virginia $152,891 Pennsylvania $151,145 Nevada $150,264 North Dakota $149,976 Michigan $149,520 Wisconsin $149,353 Vermont $149,019

Texas $148,093 Maine $148,032 Arizona $147,941 Ohio $147,835 Georgia $146,438 Indiana $145,740 Wyoming $145,603 Utah $145,390

Iowa $145,299 Kansas $144,571 Louisiana $144,358 North Carolina $144,282 Missouri $144,252 Florida $143,660 Montana $143,341 Nebraska $143,037

Kentucky $142,870 South Carolina $142,263 Tennessee $141,883 Idaho $141,731 New Mexico $140,623 Oklahoma $140,380 Alabama $139,484 South Dakota $137,981

Arkansas $137,161 West Virginia $136,721 Mississippi $135,400

Top Paying Cities for DevOps 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: $159,131
Little Creek: $157,658
Magnolia: $158,311

Lincoln, DE $159,131 Little Creek, DE $157,658 Magnolia, DE $158,311 Milford, DE $159,131 Marydel, DE $157,066 Millsboro, DE $159,131 Millville, DE $160,194 Milton, DE $159,131

Nassau, DE $159,131 Ocean View, DE $160,194 Rehoboth Beach, DE $160,194 Seaford, DE $157,461 Selbyville, DE $160,194 Smyrna, DE $156,884 Viola, DE $158,311 Woodside, DE $157,856

Bear, DE $155,730 Newark, DE $155,791 Claymont, DE $155,912 Delaware City, DE $155,791 Hockessin, DE $155,912 Kirkwood, DE $155,791 Middletown, DE $156,565 Montchanin, DE $155,912

New Castle, DE $155,912 Odessa, DE $156,778 Port Penn, DE $155,366 Rockland, DE $155,912 Saint Georges, DE $155,791 Townsend, DE $156,550 Winterthur, DE $155,912 Lewes, DE $159,131

Wilmington, DE $155,912 Dover, DE $157,582 Dover Afb, DE $157,947 Bethany Beach, DE $160,194 Bethel, DE $157,461 Bridgeville, DE $159,131 Camden Wyoming, DE $157,749 Cheswold, DE $157,218

Clayton, DE $156,823 Dagsboro, DE $160,194 Delmar, DE $157,461 Ellendale, DE $159,131 Felton, DE $159,131 Fenwick Island, DE $160,194 Frankford, DE $160,194 Frederica, DE $159,131

Georgetown, DE $159,131 Greenwood, DE $159,131 Harbeson, DE $159,131 Harrington, DE $159,131 Hartly, DE $156,747 Houston, DE $159,131 Kenton, DE $156,823 Laurel, DE $157,461

Yorklyn, DE $155,912

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

Understanding how a DevOps 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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$144,738

Average $153,756/year

$161,173

$12,062

Average $12,813/month

$13,431

$2,783

Average $2,957/week

$3,099

$70

Average $74/hour

$77

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,173	$13,431	$3,099	$77
Average	$153,756	$12,813	$2,957	$74
25th Percentile	$144,738	$12,062	$2,783	$70

DevOps Engineer IV Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a DevOps Engineer IV, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the DevOps Engineer V role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $169,904 - a projected growth of 11% over your current level.

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