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

A Data Center Infrastructure Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $108,674 for beginners, reaching about $110,048 at mid-level, and approach $116,541 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Data Center Infrastructure Engineer?

Data Center Infrastructure Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Center Infrastructure Engineer roles are District of Columbia $125,477, California $125,001, Massachusetts $123,335. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Center Infrastructure Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Data Center Infrastructure Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Data Infrastructure Operations Director: $187,120; Data Center Director: $187,118; Data Infrastructure Engineer: $141,216; Data Infrastructure Operations Manager: $137,110; Data Center Manager: $137,106.

Data Center Infrastructure Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Center Infrastructure Engineer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Center Infrastructure Engineer in Delaware is $114,767 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $139,162
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $105,379 to $127,536
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $96,831

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Data Center Infrastructure Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$127,536	$10,628	$2,453	$61
Average	$114,767	$9,564	$2,207	$55
25th Percentile	$105,379	$8,782	$2,027	$51

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Key Factors That Influence Data Center Infrastructure Engineer Salaries

A Data Center Infrastructure 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 Center Infrastructure Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Center Infrastructure 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): $108,674
Early Career (1-2 years): $109,086
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $110,048
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $112,994
Expert (over 8 years): $116,541

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Data Center Infrastructure Engineer	$108,674
Intermediate Level Data Center Infrastructure Engineer	$109,086
Senior Level Data Center Infrastructure Engineer	$110,048
Specialist Level Data Center Infrastructure Engineer	$112,994
Expert Level Data Center Infrastructure Engineer	$116,541

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

District of Columbia: $125,477.
California: $125,001.
Massachusetts: $123,335.

District of Columbia $125,477 California $125,001 Massachusetts $123,335 Washington $122,882 New Jersey $122,836 Alaska $122,678 Connecticut $121,114 New York $120,479

Hawaii $118,450 Rhode Island $117,498 Maryland $116,853 Minnesota $115,969 Colorado $115,629 Illinois $115,515 Oregon $115,085 Delaware $114,767

New Hampshire $114,568 Virginia $114,121 Pennsylvania $112,818 Nevada $112,161 North Dakota $111,945 Michigan $111,605 Wisconsin $111,481 Vermont $111,231

Texas $110,540 Maine $110,495 Arizona $110,427 Ohio $110,347 Georgia $109,305 Indiana $108,784 Wyoming $108,682 Utah $108,523

Iowa $108,455 Kansas $107,911 Louisiana $107,752 North Carolina $107,696 Missouri $107,673 Florida $107,231 Montana $106,993 Nebraska $106,766

Kentucky $106,642 South Carolina $106,188 Tennessee $105,905 Idaho $105,792 New Mexico $104,964 Oklahoma $104,783 Alabama $104,114 South Dakota $102,992

Arkansas $102,381 West Virginia $102,052 Mississippi $101,066

Top Paying Cities for Data Center Infrastructure 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: $118,779
Little Creek: $117,680
Magnolia: $118,167

Lincoln, DE $118,779 Little Creek, DE $117,680 Magnolia, DE $118,167 Milford, DE $118,779 Marydel, DE $117,238 Millsboro, DE $118,779 Millville, DE $119,572 Milton, DE $118,779

Nassau, DE $118,779 Ocean View, DE $119,572 Rehoboth Beach, DE $119,572 Seaford, DE $117,532 Selbyville, DE $119,572 Smyrna, DE $117,102 Viola, DE $118,167 Woodside, DE $117,827

Bear, DE $116,241 Newark, DE $116,286 Claymont, DE $116,377 Delaware City, DE $116,286 Hockessin, DE $116,377 Kirkwood, DE $116,286 Middletown, DE $116,864 Montchanin, DE $116,377

New Castle, DE $116,377 Odessa, DE $117,022 Port Penn, DE $115,969 Rockland, DE $116,377 Saint Georges, DE $116,286 Townsend, DE $116,853 Winterthur, DE $116,377 Lewes, DE $118,779

Wilmington, DE $116,377 Dover, DE $117,623 Dover Afb, DE $117,895 Bethany Beach, DE $119,572 Bethel, DE $117,532 Bridgeville, DE $118,779 Camden Wyoming, DE $117,748 Cheswold, DE $117,351

Clayton, DE $117,056 Dagsboro, DE $119,572 Delmar, DE $117,532 Ellendale, DE $118,779 Felton, DE $118,779 Fenwick Island, DE $119,572 Frankford, DE $119,572 Frederica, DE $118,779

Georgetown, DE $118,779 Greenwood, DE $118,779 Harbeson, DE $118,779 Harrington, DE $118,779 Hartly, DE $117,000 Houston, DE $118,779 Kenton, DE $117,056 Laurel, DE $117,532

Yorklyn, DE $116,377

Data Center Infrastructure Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Center Infrastructure 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 January 01, 2026

$105,379

Average $114,767/year

$127,536

$8,782

Average $9,564/month

$10,628

$2,027

Average $2,207/week

$2,453

$51

Average $55/hour

$61

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$127,536	$10,628	$2,453	$61
Average	$114,767	$9,564	$2,207	$55
25th Percentile	$105,379	$8,782	$2,027	$51

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