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

A Data Engineer Manager's salary grows with experience: a Database Engineering Supervisor (12+ years)earns $111,311, a Database Engineering Manager (12+ years)earns $141,989, a Data Engineer Manager (12+ years)earns $184,861, a Database Engineering Director (12+ years)earns $202,365, a VP of Database Engineering (12+ years)earns $223,927,

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

Data Engineer Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Engineer Manager roles are District of Columbia $203,445, California $202,673, Massachusetts $199,972. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Data Engineer Manager level roles vary by specialization: Data Engineer V: $157,913; Data Warehouse Engineer IV: $129,972; Data Engineer: $123,049; Data Engineer IV: $121,267; Senior Data Engineer Manager: $116,073.

Data Engineer Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Engineer Manager make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Engineer Manager in Delaware is $186,081 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $89.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $217,771
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $175,410 to $202,669
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $165,695

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Data Engineer Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$202,669	$16,889	$3,897	$97
Average	$186,081	$15,507	$3,578	$89
25th Percentile	$175,410	$14,617	$3,373	$84

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Key Factors That Influence Data Engineer Manager Salaries

A Data Engineer Manager'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 Engineer Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Engineer Manager'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): $111,311
Early Career (1-2 years): $141,989
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $184,861
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $202,365
Expert (over 8 years): $223,927

Levels	Salary
Database ... Level Data Engineer Manager	$111,311
Database ... Level Data Engineer Manager	$141,989
Data Engi... Level Data Engineer Manager	$184,861
Database ... Level Data Engineer Manager	$202,365
VP of Dat... Level Data Engineer Manager	$223,927

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

District of Columbia: $203,445.
California: $202,673.
Massachusetts: $199,972.

District of Columbia $203,445 California $202,673 Massachusetts $199,972 Washington $199,237 New Jersey $199,163 Alaska $198,906 Connecticut $196,370 New York $195,341

Hawaii $192,052 Rhode Island $190,509 Maryland $189,462 Minnesota $188,028 Colorado $187,477 Illinois $187,293 Oregon $186,595 Delaware $186,081

New Hampshire $185,757 Virginia $185,033 Pennsylvania $182,920 Nevada $181,854 North Dakota $181,505 Michigan $180,954 Wisconsin $180,752 Vermont $180,348

Texas $179,227 Maine $179,153 Arizona $179,043 Ohio $178,914 Georgia $177,224 Indiana $176,379 Wyoming $176,213 Utah $175,956

Iowa $175,846 Kansas $174,964 Louisiana $174,707 North Carolina $174,615 Missouri $174,578 Florida $173,861 Montana $173,476 Nebraska $173,108

Kentucky $172,906 South Carolina $172,171 Tennessee $171,712 Idaho $171,528 New Mexico $170,186 Oklahoma $169,892 Alabama $168,808 South Dakota $166,989

Arkansas $165,997 West Virginia $165,464 Mississippi $163,866

Top Paying Cities for Data Engineer Managers

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: $192,585
Little Creek: $190,803
Magnolia: $191,593

Lincoln, DE $192,585 Little Creek, DE $190,803 Magnolia, DE $191,593 Milford, DE $192,585 Marydel, DE $190,086 Millsboro, DE $192,585 Millville, DE $193,871 Milton, DE $192,585

Nassau, DE $192,585 Ocean View, DE $193,871 Rehoboth Beach, DE $193,871 Seaford, DE $190,564 Selbyville, DE $193,871 Smyrna, DE $189,866 Viola, DE $191,593 Woodside, DE $191,042

Bear, DE $188,469 Newark, DE $188,543 Claymont, DE $188,690 Delaware City, DE $188,543 Hockessin, DE $188,690 Kirkwood, DE $188,543 Middletown, DE $189,480 Montchanin, DE $188,690

New Castle, DE $188,690 Odessa, DE $189,737 Port Penn, DE $188,028 Rockland, DE $188,690 Saint Georges, DE $188,543 Townsend, DE $189,462 Winterthur, DE $188,690 Lewes, DE $192,585

Wilmington, DE $188,690 Dover, DE $190,711 Dover Afb, DE $191,152 Bethany Beach, DE $193,871 Bethel, DE $190,564 Bridgeville, DE $192,585 Camden Wyoming, DE $190,913 Cheswold, DE $190,270

Clayton, DE $189,792 Dagsboro, DE $193,871 Delmar, DE $190,564 Ellendale, DE $192,585 Felton, DE $192,585 Fenwick Island, DE $193,871 Frankford, DE $193,871 Frederica, DE $192,585

Georgetown, DE $192,585 Greenwood, DE $192,585 Harbeson, DE $192,585 Harrington, DE $192,585 Hartly, DE $189,700 Houston, DE $192,585 Kenton, DE $189,792 Laurel, DE $190,564

Yorklyn, DE $188,690

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

Understanding how a Data Engineer Manager'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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$175,410

Average $186,081/year

$202,669

$14,617

Average $15,507/month

$16,889

$3,373

Average $3,578/week

$3,897

$84

Average $89/hour

$97

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$202,669	$16,889	$3,897	$97
Average	$186,081	$15,507	$3,578	$89
25th Percentile	$175,410	$14,617	$3,373	$84

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