What are the main factors that influence a BI Developer's salary?

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

How does experience change A BI Developer's salary?

A BI Developer's salary grows with experience: a Business Intelligence Specialist I (0-2 years)earns $75,910, a Business Intelligence Specialist II (2-4 years)earns $96,709, a BI Developer (4-7 years)earns $127,157, a Business Intelligence Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $140,682, a Business Intelligence Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $188,719,

What are the highest paying states for a BI Developer?

BI Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for BI Developer roles are District of Columbia $128,125, California $127,639, Massachusetts $125,938. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of BI Developer roles make?

Salaries for BI Developer level roles vary by specialization: Tableau Bi Developer: $122,229; Lead BI Developer: $117,512; BI Report Developer: $115,823; BI Reporting Developer: $114,012; Bi Solutions Developer: $111,942.

BI Developer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a BI Developer make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a BI Developer in District of Columbia is $128,125 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $62.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $153,284
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $116,786 to $141,294
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $106,463

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BI Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,294	$11,775	$2,717	$68
Average	$128,125	$10,677	$2,464	$62
25th Percentile	$116,786	$9,732	$2,246	$56

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Key Factors That Influence BI Developer Salaries

A BI Developer'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 BI Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a BI Developer'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): $75,910
Early Career (1-2 years): $96,709
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $127,157
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $140,682
Expert (over 8 years): $188,719

Levels	Salary
Business ... Level BI Developer	$75,910
Business ... Level BI Developer	$96,709
BI Develo... Level BI Developer	$127,157
Business ... Level BI Developer	$140,682
Business ... Level BI Developer	$188,719

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How Do BI Developer 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 BI Developers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $128,125.
California: $127,639.
Massachusetts: $125,938.

District of Columbia $128,125 California $127,639 Massachusetts $125,938 Washington $125,475 New Jersey $125,429 Alaska $125,267 Connecticut $123,670 New York $123,022

Hawaii $120,951 Rhode Island $119,978 Maryland $119,319 Minnesota $118,416 Colorado $118,069 Illinois $117,953 Oregon $117,514 Delaware $117,190

New Hampshire $116,986 Virginia $116,530 Pennsylvania $115,199 Nevada $114,528 North Dakota $114,308 Michigan $113,961 Wisconsin $113,834 Vermont $113,579

Texas $112,873 Maine $112,827 Arizona $112,758 Ohio $112,677 Georgia $111,612 Indiana $111,080 Wyoming $110,975 Utah $110,813

Iowa $110,744 Kansas $110,189 Louisiana $110,027 North Carolina $109,969 Missouri $109,946 Florida $109,494 Montana $109,251 Nebraska $109,020

Kentucky $108,893 South Carolina $108,430 Tennessee $108,140 Idaho $108,025 New Mexico $107,180 Oklahoma $106,995 Alabama $106,312 South Dakota $105,166

Arkansas $104,541 West Virginia $104,206 Mississippi $103,199

Top Paying Cities for BI Developers

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:

Parcel Return Service: $127,430
Washington: $127,431
Naval Anacost Annex: $127,425

Parcel Return Service, DC $127,430 Washington, DC $127,431 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $127,425 Washington Navy Yard, DC $127,430

BI Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a BI Developer'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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$116,786

Average $128,125/year

$141,294

$9,732

Average $10,677/month

$11,775

$2,246

Average $2,464/week

$2,717

$56

Average $62/hour

$68

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,294	$11,775	$2,717	$68
Average	$128,125	$10,677	$2,464	$62
25th Percentile	$116,786	$9,732	$2,246	$56

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