What are the main factors that influence a Cloud Operations 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 Cloud Operations Engineer's salary?

A Cloud Operations Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Cloud Architecture Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $82,651, a Cloud Architecture Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $109,053, a Cloud Operations Engineer (4-7 years)earns $124,387, a Cloud Architecture Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $149,722, a Cloud Architecture Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $170,750,

What are the highest paying states for a Cloud Operations Engineer?

Cloud Operations Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cloud Operations Engineer roles are District of Columbia $136,772, California $136,254, Massachusetts $134,438. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cloud Operations Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Cloud Operations Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Director Of Cloud Operations: $190,007; Cloud Engineer V: $168,190; Manager, Cloud Operations: $160,652; Cloud Engineer IV: $147,410; Cloud Engineer III: $122,460.

Cloud Operations Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cloud Operations Engineer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cloud Operations Engineer in Delaware is $125,099 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $60.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $143,583
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $116,693 to $134,774
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $109,041

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Cloud Operations Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$134,774	$11,231	$2,592	$65
Average	$125,099	$10,425	$2,406	$60
25th Percentile	$116,693	$9,724	$2,244	$56

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Key Factors That Influence Cloud Operations Engineer Salaries

A Cloud Operations 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 Cloud Operations Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cloud Operations 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): $82,651
Early Career (1-2 years): $109,053
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $124,387
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $149,722
Expert (over 8 years): $170,750

Levels	Salary
Cloud Arc... Level Cloud Operations Engineer	$82,651
Cloud Arc... Level Cloud Operations Engineer	$109,053
Cloud Ope... Level Cloud Operations Engineer	$124,387
Cloud Arc... Level Cloud Operations Engineer	$149,722
Cloud Arc... Level Cloud Operations Engineer	$170,750

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How Do Cloud Operations 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 Cloud Operations Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $136,772.
California: $136,254.
Massachusetts: $134,438.

District of Columbia $136,772 California $136,254 Massachusetts $134,438 Washington $133,944 New Jersey $133,894 Alaska $133,721 Connecticut $132,017 New York $131,325

Hawaii $129,114 Rhode Island $128,076 Maryland $127,372 Minnesota $126,408 Colorado $126,038 Illinois $125,914 Oregon $125,445 Delaware $125,099

New Hampshire $124,881 Virginia $124,395 Pennsylvania $122,974 Nevada $122,258 North Dakota $122,023 Michigan $121,652 Wisconsin $121,516 Vermont $121,245

Texas $120,491 Maine $120,442 Arizona $120,368 Ohio $120,281 Georgia $119,145 Indiana $118,576 Wyoming $118,465 Utah $118,292

Iowa $118,218 Kansas $117,625 Louisiana $117,452 North Carolina $117,391 Missouri $117,366 Florida $116,884 Montana $116,625 Nebraska $116,378

Kentucky $116,242 South Carolina $115,748 Tennessee $115,439 Idaho $115,315 New Mexico $114,413 Oklahoma $114,216 Alabama $113,487 South Dakota $112,264

Arkansas $111,597 West Virginia $111,239 Mississippi $110,164

Top Paying Cities for Cloud Operations 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: $129,472
Little Creek: $128,274
Magnolia: $128,805

Lincoln, DE $129,472 Little Creek, DE $128,274 Magnolia, DE $128,805 Milford, DE $129,472 Marydel, DE $127,792 Millsboro, DE $129,472 Millville, DE $130,337 Milton, DE $129,472

Nassau, DE $129,472 Ocean View, DE $130,337 Rehoboth Beach, DE $130,337 Seaford, DE $128,113 Selbyville, DE $130,337 Smyrna, DE $127,644 Viola, DE $128,805 Woodside, DE $128,434

Bear, DE $126,705 Newark, DE $126,754 Claymont, DE $126,853 Delaware City, DE $126,754 Hockessin, DE $126,853 Kirkwood, DE $126,754 Middletown, DE $127,384 Montchanin, DE $126,853

New Castle, DE $126,853 Odessa, DE $127,557 Port Penn, DE $126,408 Rockland, DE $126,853 Saint Georges, DE $126,754 Townsend, DE $127,372 Winterthur, DE $126,853 Lewes, DE $129,472

Wilmington, DE $126,853 Dover, DE $128,212 Dover Afb, DE $128,508 Bethany Beach, DE $130,337 Bethel, DE $128,113 Bridgeville, DE $129,472 Camden Wyoming, DE $128,348 Cheswold, DE $127,915

Clayton, DE $127,594 Dagsboro, DE $130,337 Delmar, DE $128,113 Ellendale, DE $129,472 Felton, DE $129,472 Fenwick Island, DE $130,337 Frankford, DE $130,337 Frederica, DE $129,472

Georgetown, DE $129,472 Greenwood, DE $129,472 Harbeson, DE $129,472 Harrington, DE $129,472 Hartly, DE $127,532 Houston, DE $129,472 Kenton, DE $127,594 Laurel, DE $128,113

Yorklyn, DE $126,853

Cloud Operations Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cloud Operations 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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$116,693

Average $125,099/year

$134,774

$9,724

Average $10,425/month

$11,231

$2,244

Average $2,406/week

$2,592

$56

Average $60/hour

$65

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$134,774	$11,231	$2,592	$65
Average	$125,099	$10,425	$2,406	$60
25th Percentile	$116,693	$9,724	$2,244	$56

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