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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Director Data Engineering?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Director Data Engineering roles, with salaries approximately 39% above the market median.

How does experience change A Director Data Engineering's salary?

A Director Data Engineering's salary grows with experience: a Data Warehouse Programming Specialist II (2-4 years)earns $100,175, a Data Warehouse Programming Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $115,010, a Data Warehouse Programming Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $135,179, a Data Warehouse Manager (7+ years)earns $148,590, a Director Data Engineering (7+ years)earns $195,755,

What are the highest paying states for a Director Data Engineering?

Director Data Engineering salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Director Data Engineering roles are District of Columbia $215,462, California $214,645, Massachusetts $211,784. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Director Data Engineering roles make?

Salaries for Director Data Engineering level roles vary by specialization: Data Science Director: $237,114; AI Engineering Director: $228,217; Medical Equipment Engineering Director: $206,100; Medical Device Engineering Director: $206,065; Database Engineering Director: $199,389.

Director Data Engineering Salary in Delaware

How much does a Director Data Engineering make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Director Data Engineering in Delaware is $197,072 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $95.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $231,292
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $185,274 to $214,984
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $174,533

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Director Data Engineering Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$214,984	$17,915	$4,134	$103
Average	$197,072	$16,423	$3,790	$95
25th Percentile	$185,274	$15,440	$3,563	$89

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Key Factors That Influence Director Data Engineering Salaries

A Director Data Engineering'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 Director Data Engineering Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Director Data Engineering'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): $100,175
Early Career (1-2 years): $115,010
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $135,179
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $148,590
Expert (over 8 years): $195,755

Levels	Salary
Data Ware... Level Director Data Engineering	$100,175
Data Ware... Level Director Data Engineering	$115,010
Data Ware... Level Director Data Engineering	$135,179
Data Ware... Level Director Data Engineering	$148,590
Director ... Level Director Data Engineering	$195,755

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How Do Director Data Engineering 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 Director Data Engineerings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $215,462.
California: $214,645.
Massachusetts: $211,784.

District of Columbia $215,462 California $214,645 Massachusetts $211,784 Washington $211,006 New Jersey $210,928 Alaska $210,656 Connecticut $207,970 New York $206,880

Hawaii $203,397 Rhode Island $201,762 Maryland $200,653 Minnesota $199,135 Colorado $198,551 Illinois $198,357 Oregon $197,617 Delaware $197,072

New Hampshire $196,730 Virginia $195,963 Pennsylvania $193,725 Nevada $192,597 North Dakota $192,227 Michigan $191,643 Wisconsin $191,429 Vermont $191,001

Texas $189,814 Maine $189,736 Arizona $189,619 Ohio $189,483 Georgia $187,693 Indiana $186,797 Wyoming $186,622 Utah $186,350

Iowa $186,233 Kansas $185,299 Louisiana $185,027 North Carolina $184,929 Missouri $184,890 Florida $184,131 Montana $183,723 Nebraska $183,334

Kentucky $183,120 South Carolina $182,341 Tennessee $181,855 Idaho $181,660 New Mexico $180,239 Oklahoma $179,928 Alabama $178,780 South Dakota $176,853

Arkansas $175,803 West Virginia $175,238 Mississippi $173,545

Top Paying Cities for Director Data Engineerings

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: $196,185
Little Creek: $197,621
Magnolia: $197,337

Lincoln, DE $196,185 Little Creek, DE $197,621 Magnolia, DE $197,337 Milford, DE $196,683 Marydel, DE $197,006 Millsboro, DE $195,362 Millville, DE $195,664 Milton, DE $196,002

Nassau, DE $196,144 Ocean View, DE $195,630 Rehoboth Beach, DE $196,006 Seaford, DE $196,117 Selbyville, DE $195,305 Smyrna, DE $197,757 Viola, DE $196,847 Woodside, DE $197,376

Bear, DE $196,921 Newark, DE $196,847 Claymont, DE $197,250 Delaware City, DE $197,043 Hockessin, DE $196,829 Kirkwood, DE $197,006 Middletown, DE $197,082 Montchanin, DE $196,874

New Castle, DE $196,903 Odessa, DE $197,179 Port Penn, DE $197,312 Rockland, DE $196,893 Saint Georges, DE $197,020 Townsend, DE $197,323 Winterthur, DE $196,917 Lewes, DE $196,078

Wilmington, DE $196,839 Dover, DE $197,621 Dover Afb, DE $196,580 Bethany Beach, DE $195,424 Bethel, DE $195,627 Bridgeville, DE $196,088 Camden Wyoming, DE $197,065 Cheswold, DE $197,557

Clayton, DE $197,563 Dagsboro, DE $195,288 Delmar, DE $194,975 Ellendale, DE $195,566 Felton, DE $196,668 Fenwick Island, DE $195,331 Frankford, DE $194,990 Frederica, DE $196,862

Georgetown, DE $195,214 Greenwood, DE $196,119 Harbeson, DE $195,422 Harrington, DE $196,419 Hartly, DE $197,030 Houston, DE $196,138 Kenton, DE $197,573 Laurel, DE $195,097

Yorklyn, DE $196,888

Director Data Engineering Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Director Data Engineering roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 39% above the average. In contrast, Director Data Engineering positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Director Data Engineering as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Director Data Engineering

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$273,712	$132.0	39%
Internet	$255,465	$123.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$246,341	$118.0	25%
Financial Services	$237,216	$114.0	20%
Biotechnology	$228,094	$110.0	16%

Director Data Engineering Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Director Data Engineering'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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$185,274

Average $197,072/year

$214,984

$15,440

Average $16,423/month

$17,915

$3,563

Average $3,790/week

$4,134

$89

Average $95/hour

$103

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$214,984	$17,915	$4,134	$103
Average	$197,072	$16,423	$3,790	$95
25th Percentile	$185,274	$15,440	$3,563	$89

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