What are the main factors that influence a Data Engineering's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change a Data Engineering's salary?

A Data Engineering's salary grows with experience: starting around $122,835 for beginners, reaching about $124,260 at mid-level, and approach $132,119 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Data Engineering?

Data Engineering salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Engineering roles are District of Columbia $135,387, California $134,874, Massachusetts $133,076. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Engineering roles make?

Salaries for Data Engineering level roles vary by specialization: Head Of Data Engineering: $266,184; Director Data Engineering: $194,532; Director Of Data Engineering: $184,013; Data Engineering Senior Manager: $158,658; Data Engineering Manager: $131,067.

Data Engineering Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Engineering make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Engineering in Delaware is $123,832 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $60.

However, a Data Engineering's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $144,363
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $113,572 to $134,579
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $104,231

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Data Engineering Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$134,579	$11,215	$2,588	$65
Average	$123,832	$10,319	$2,381	$60
25th Percentile	$113,572	$9,464	$2,184	$55

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Key Factors That Influence Data Engineering Salaries

A Data Engineering'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 Data Engineering Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Engineering'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): $122,835
Early Career (1-2 years): $123,120
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $124,260
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $129,484
Expert (over 8 years): $132,119

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Data Engineering	$122,835
Intermediate Level Data Engineering	$123,120
Senior Level Data Engineering	$124,260
Specialist Level Data Engineering	$129,484
Expert Level Data Engineering	$132,119

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How Do Data Engineering 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 Data Engineerings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $135,387.
California: $134,874.
Massachusetts: $133,076.

District of Columbia $135,387 California $134,874 Massachusetts $133,076 Washington $132,587 New Jersey $132,538 Alaska $132,367 Connecticut $130,680 New York $129,995

Hawaii $127,806 Rhode Island $126,779 Maryland $126,082 Minnesota $125,128 Colorado $124,761 Illinois $124,639 Oregon $124,174 Delaware $123,832

New Hampshire $123,617 Virginia $123,135 Pennsylvania $121,729 Nevada $121,020 North Dakota $120,787 Michigan $120,420 Wisconsin $120,286 Vermont $120,017

Texas $119,271 Maine $119,222 Arizona $119,149 Ohio $119,063 Georgia $117,938 Indiana $117,376 Wyoming $117,266 Utah $117,094

Iowa $117,021 Kansas $116,434 Louisiana $116,263 North Carolina $116,202 Missouri $116,177 Florida $115,700 Montana $115,444 Nebraska $115,199

Kentucky $115,065 South Carolina $114,575 Tennessee $114,270 Idaho $114,147 New Mexico $113,255 Oklahoma $113,059 Alabama $112,338 South Dakota $111,127

Arkansas $110,467 West Virginia $110,112 Mississippi $109,048

Top Paying Cities for Data Engineerings

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: $128,161
Little Creek: $126,975
Magnolia: $127,500

Lincoln, DE $128,161 Little Creek, DE $126,975 Magnolia, DE $127,500 Milford, DE $128,161 Marydel, DE $126,498 Millsboro, DE $128,161 Millville, DE $129,017 Milton, DE $128,161

Nassau, DE $128,161 Ocean View, DE $129,017 Rehoboth Beach, DE $129,017 Seaford, DE $126,816 Selbyville, DE $129,017 Smyrna, DE $126,351 Viola, DE $127,500 Woodside, DE $127,133

Bear, DE $125,422 Newark, DE $125,470 Claymont, DE $125,568 Delaware City, DE $125,470 Hockessin, DE $125,568 Kirkwood, DE $125,470 Middletown, DE $126,094 Montchanin, DE $125,568

New Castle, DE $125,568 Odessa, DE $126,265 Port Penn, DE $125,128 Rockland, DE $125,568 Saint Georges, DE $125,470 Townsend, DE $126,082 Winterthur, DE $125,568 Lewes, DE $128,161

Wilmington, DE $125,568 Dover, DE $126,913 Dover Afb, DE $127,207 Bethany Beach, DE $129,017 Bethel, DE $126,816 Bridgeville, DE $128,161 Camden Wyoming, DE $127,048 Cheswold, DE $126,620

Clayton, DE $126,302 Dagsboro, DE $129,017 Delmar, DE $126,816 Ellendale, DE $128,161 Felton, DE $128,161 Fenwick Island, DE $129,017 Frankford, DE $129,017 Frederica, DE $128,161

Georgetown, DE $128,161 Greenwood, DE $128,161 Harbeson, DE $128,161 Harrington, DE $128,161 Hartly, DE $126,241 Houston, DE $128,161 Kenton, DE $126,302 Laurel, DE $126,816

Yorklyn, DE $125,568

Data Engineering Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Engineering'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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$113,572

Average $123,832/year

$134,579

$9,464

Average $10,319/month

$11,215

$2,184

Average $2,381/week

$2,588

$55

Average $60/hour

$65

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$134,579	$11,215	$2,588	$65
Average	$123,832	$10,319	$2,381	$60
25th Percentile	$113,572	$9,464	$2,184	$55

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