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

A Data Specialist's salary grows with experience: a Data Specialist (0-1 years)earns $43,861, a Transaction Processing Assistant II (1-3 years)earns $47,582, a Transaction Processing Assistant III (3-5 years)earns $53,289, a Transaction Processing Assistant IV (5-7 years)earns $61,439, a Transaction Processing Supervisor (7+ years)earns $83,088,

What are the highest paying states for a Data Specialist?

Data Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Specialist roles are District of Columbia $48,436, California $48,253, Massachusetts $47,610. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Data Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Data Integration Specialist: $159,951; Data Analyst Specialist: $127,318; Product Data Specialist: $123,395; Data & Analytics Specialist: $122,957; Data Migration Specialist: $114,306.

Data Specialist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Specialist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Specialist in Delaware is $44,302 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $55,775
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,858 to $50,308
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,723

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Data Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,308	$4,192	$967	$24
Average	$44,302	$3,692	$852	$21
25th Percentile	$40,858	$3,405	$786	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Data Specialist Salaries

A Data Specialist'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 Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Specialist'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): $43,861
Early Career (1-2 years): $47,582
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $53,289
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $61,439
Expert (over 8 years): $83,088

Levels	Salary
Data Spec... Level Data Specialist	$43,861
Transacti... Level Data Specialist	$47,582
Transacti... Level Data Specialist	$53,289
Transacti... Level Data Specialist	$61,439
Transacti... Level Data Specialist	$83,088

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

District of Columbia: $48,436.
California: $48,253.
Massachusetts: $47,610.

District of Columbia $48,436 California $48,253 Massachusetts $47,610 Washington $47,435 New Jersey $47,417 Alaska $47,356 Connecticut $46,752 New York $46,507

Hawaii $45,724 Rhode Island $45,357 Maryland $45,107 Minnesota $44,766 Colorado $44,635 Illinois $44,591 Oregon $44,425 Delaware $44,302

New Hampshire $44,225 Virginia $44,053 Pennsylvania $43,550 Nevada $43,296 North Dakota $43,213 Michigan $43,082 Wisconsin $43,034 Vermont $42,937

Texas $42,671 Maine $42,653 Arizona $42,627 Ohio $42,596 Georgia $42,194 Indiana $41,993 Wyoming $41,953 Utah $41,892

Iowa $41,866 Kansas $41,656 Louisiana $41,594 North Carolina $41,573 Missouri $41,564 Florida $41,393 Montana $41,301 Nebraska $41,214

Kentucky $41,166 South Carolina $40,991 Tennessee $40,881 Idaho $40,838 New Mexico $40,518 Oklahoma $40,448 Alabama $40,190 South Dakota $39,757

Arkansas $39,521 West Virginia $39,394 Mississippi $39,013

Top Paying Cities for Data Specialists

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: $44,103
Little Creek: $44,426
Magnolia: $44,362

Lincoln, DE $44,103 Little Creek, DE $44,426 Magnolia, DE $44,362 Milford, DE $44,215 Marydel, DE $44,288 Millsboro, DE $43,918 Millville, DE $43,986 Milton, DE $44,062

Nassau, DE $44,094 Ocean View, DE $43,978 Rehoboth Beach, DE $44,063 Seaford, DE $44,088 Selbyville, DE $43,905 Smyrna, DE $44,456 Viola, DE $44,252 Woodside, DE $44,371

Bear, DE $44,268 Newark, DE $44,252 Claymont, DE $44,342 Delaware City, DE $44,296 Hockessin, DE $44,248 Kirkwood, DE $44,288 Middletown, DE $44,305 Montchanin, DE $44,258

New Castle, DE $44,264 Odessa, DE $44,326 Port Penn, DE $44,356 Rockland, DE $44,262 Saint Georges, DE $44,291 Townsend, DE $44,359 Winterthur, DE $44,267 Lewes, DE $44,079

Wilmington, DE $44,250 Dover, DE $44,426 Dover Afb, DE $44,192 Bethany Beach, DE $43,932 Bethel, DE $43,977 Bridgeville, DE $44,081 Camden Wyoming, DE $44,301 Cheswold, DE $44,411

Clayton, DE $44,413 Dagsboro, DE $43,901 Delmar, DE $43,831 Ellendale, DE $43,964 Felton, DE $44,211 Fenwick Island, DE $43,911 Frankford, DE $43,834 Frederica, DE $44,255

Georgetown, DE $43,885 Greenwood, DE $44,088 Harbeson, DE $43,931 Harrington, DE $44,155 Hartly, DE $44,293 Houston, DE $44,092 Kenton, DE $44,415 Laurel, DE $43,858

Yorklyn, DE $44,261

Data Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Data Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Data Specialist positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Data Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Data Specialist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$53,163	$26.0	20%
Biotechnology	$53,163	$26.0	20%
Business Services	$53,163	$26.0	20%
Chemicals	$53,163	$26.0	20%
Construction	$53,163	$26.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Data Specialist'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 July 01, 2026

$40,858

Average $44,302/year

$50,308

$3,405

Average $3,692/month

$4,192

$786

Average $852/week

$967

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Average $21/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,308	$4,192	$967	$24
Average	$44,302	$3,692	$852	$21
25th Percentile	$40,858	$3,405	$786	$20

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