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

A Data Systems Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Database Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $76,625, a Data Systems Engineer (2-4 years)earns $103,537, a Database Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $125,996, a Database Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $144,673, a Database Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $168,748,

What are the highest paying states for a Data Systems Engineer?

Data Systems Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Systems Engineer roles are District of Columbia $111,249, California $110,827, Massachusetts $109,350. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Systems Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Data Systems Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Data Engineer V: $157,908; Mechanical Systems Engineer V: $148,591; Data Engineer IV: $121,280; Systems Simulation Engineer III: $118,660; Data Engineer III: $104,471.

Data Systems Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Systems Engineer make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Systems Engineer in Delaware is $101,754 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $112,091
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $93,196 to $107,165
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $85,403

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Data Systems Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$107,165	$8,930	$2,061	$52
Average	$101,754	$8,480	$1,957	$49
25th Percentile	$93,196	$7,766	$1,792	$45

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Key Factors That Influence Data Systems Engineer Salaries

A Data Systems Engineer'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 Systems Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Systems Engineer'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): $76,625
Early Career (1-2 years): $103,537
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $125,996
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $144,673
Expert (over 8 years): $168,748

Levels	Salary
Database ... Level Data Systems Engineer	$76,625
Data Syst... Level Data Systems Engineer	$103,537
Database ... Level Data Systems Engineer	$125,996
Database ... Level Data Systems Engineer	$144,673
Database ... Level Data Systems Engineer	$168,748

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How Do Data Systems Engineer 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 Systems Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $111,249.
California: $110,827.
Massachusetts: $109,350.

District of Columbia $111,249 California $110,827 Massachusetts $109,350 Washington $108,948 New Jersey $108,908 Alaska $108,767 Connecticut $107,381 New York $106,818

Hawaii $105,020 Rhode Island $104,176 Maryland $103,603 Minnesota $102,819 Colorado $102,518 Illinois $102,417 Oregon $102,035 Delaware $101,754

New Hampshire $101,577 Virginia $101,181 Pennsylvania $100,026 Nevada $99,443 North Dakota $99,252 Michigan $98,951 Wisconsin $98,840 Vermont $98,619

Texas $98,006 Maine $97,966 Arizona $97,906 Ohio $97,835 Georgia $96,911 Indiana $96,449 Wyoming $96,358 Utah $96,218

Iowa $96,157 Kansas $95,675 Louisiana $95,534 North Carolina $95,484 Missouri $95,464 Florida $95,072 Montana $94,861 Nebraska $94,660

Kentucky $94,550 South Carolina $94,148 Tennessee $93,897 Idaho $93,796 New Mexico $93,063 Oklahoma $92,902 Alabama $92,309 South Dakota $91,314

Arkansas $90,772 West Virginia $90,480 Mississippi $89,606

Top Paying Cities for Data Systems Engineers

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: $105,311
Little Creek: $104,336
Magnolia: $104,768

Lincoln, DE $105,311 Little Creek, DE $104,336 Magnolia, DE $104,768 Milford, DE $105,311 Marydel, DE $103,944 Millsboro, DE $105,311 Millville, DE $106,014 Milton, DE $105,311

Nassau, DE $105,311 Ocean View, DE $106,014 Rehoboth Beach, DE $106,014 Seaford, DE $104,206 Selbyville, DE $106,014 Smyrna, DE $103,824 Viola, DE $104,768 Woodside, DE $104,467

Bear, DE $103,060 Newark, DE $103,100 Claymont, DE $103,181 Delaware City, DE $103,100 Hockessin, DE $103,181 Kirkwood, DE $103,100 Middletown, DE $103,613 Montchanin, DE $103,181

New Castle, DE $103,181 Odessa, DE $103,754 Port Penn, DE $102,819 Rockland, DE $103,181 Saint Georges, DE $103,100 Townsend, DE $103,603 Winterthur, DE $103,181 Lewes, DE $105,311

Wilmington, DE $103,181 Dover, DE $104,286 Dover Afb, DE $104,527 Bethany Beach, DE $106,014 Bethel, DE $104,206 Bridgeville, DE $105,311 Camden Wyoming, DE $104,397 Cheswold, DE $104,045

Clayton, DE $103,784 Dagsboro, DE $106,014 Delmar, DE $104,206 Ellendale, DE $105,311 Felton, DE $105,311 Fenwick Island, DE $106,014 Frankford, DE $106,014 Frederica, DE $105,311

Georgetown, DE $105,311 Greenwood, DE $105,311 Harbeson, DE $105,311 Harrington, DE $105,311 Hartly, DE $103,733 Houston, DE $105,311 Kenton, DE $103,784 Laurel, DE $104,206

Yorklyn, DE $103,181

Data Systems Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Systems Engineer'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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$93,196

Average $101,754/year

$107,165

$7,766

Average $8,480/month

$8,930

$1,792

Average $1,957/week

$2,061

$45

Average $49/hour

$52

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$107,165	$8,930	$2,061	$52
Average	$101,754	$8,480	$1,957	$49
25th Percentile	$93,196	$7,766	$1,792	$45

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