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

A Data Engineer Intern's salary grows with experience: starting around $76,603 for beginners, reaching about $79,317 at mid-level, and approach $79,909 for experts.

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

Data Engineer Intern salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Engineer Intern roles are District of Columbia $83,752, California $83,434, Massachusetts $82,322. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Data Engineer Intern level roles vary by specialization: Project Engineer Intern: $86,385; Manufacturing Engineer Intern: $81,517; Applications Engineer Intern: $79,492; Network Engineer Intern: $79,012; Quality Engineer Intern: $78,223.

Data Engineer Intern Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Engineer Intern make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Engineer Intern in Delaware is $76,603 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,053
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66,478 to $84,167
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,259

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Data Engineer Intern Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,167	$7,014	$1,619	$40
Average	$76,603	$6,384	$1,473	$37
25th Percentile	$66,478	$5,540	$1,278	$32

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Key Factors That Influence Data Engineer Intern Salaries

A Data Engineer Intern'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 Intern Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Engineer Intern'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): $76,603
Early Career (1-2 years): $77,543
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $79,317
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $79,672
Expert (over 8 years): $79,909

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Data Engineer Intern	$76,603
Intermediate Level Data Engineer Intern	$77,543
Senior Level Data Engineer Intern	$79,317
Specialist Level Data Engineer Intern	$79,672
Expert Level Data Engineer Intern	$79,909

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

District of Columbia: $83,752.
California: $83,434.
Massachusetts: $82,322.

District of Columbia $83,752 California $83,434 Massachusetts $82,322 Washington $82,019 New Jersey $81,989 Alaska $81,883 Connecticut $80,839 New York $80,416

Hawaii $79,062 Rhode Island $78,426 Maryland $77,995 Minnesota $77,405 Colorado $77,178 Illinois $77,103 Oregon $76,815 Delaware $76,603

New Hampshire $76,470 Virginia $76,172 Pennsylvania $75,302 Nevada $74,864 North Dakota $74,720 Michigan $74,493 Wisconsin $74,410 Vermont $74,243

Texas $73,782 Maine $73,752 Arizona $73,706 Ohio $73,653 Georgia $72,957 Indiana $72,609 Wyoming $72,541 Utah $72,435

Iowa $72,390 Kansas $72,027 Louisiana $71,921 North Carolina $71,883 Missouri $71,868 Florida $71,573 Montana $71,414 Nebraska $71,263

Kentucky $71,180 South Carolina $70,877 Tennessee $70,688 Idaho $70,612 New Mexico $70,060 Oklahoma $69,939 Alabama $69,493 South Dakota $68,744

Arkansas $68,336 West Virginia $68,116 Mississippi $67,458

Top Paying Cities for Data Engineer Interns

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: $79,281
Little Creek: $78,547
Magnolia: $78,873

Lincoln, DE $79,281 Little Creek, DE $78,547 Magnolia, DE $78,873 Milford, DE $79,281 Marydel, DE $78,252 Millsboro, DE $79,281 Millville, DE $79,811 Milton, DE $79,281

Nassau, DE $79,281 Ocean View, DE $79,811 Rehoboth Beach, DE $79,811 Seaford, DE $78,449 Selbyville, DE $79,811 Smyrna, DE $78,162 Viola, DE $78,873 Woodside, DE $78,646

Bear, DE $77,587 Newark, DE $77,617 Claymont, DE $77,677 Delaware City, DE $77,617 Hockessin, DE $77,677 Kirkwood, DE $77,617 Middletown, DE $78,003 Montchanin, DE $77,677

New Castle, DE $77,677 Odessa, DE $78,109 Port Penn, DE $77,405 Rockland, DE $77,677 Saint Georges, DE $77,617 Townsend, DE $77,995 Winterthur, DE $77,677 Lewes, DE $79,281

Wilmington, DE $77,677 Dover, DE $78,510 Dover Afb, DE $78,691 Bethany Beach, DE $79,811 Bethel, DE $78,449 Bridgeville, DE $79,281 Camden Wyoming, DE $78,593 Cheswold, DE $78,328

Clayton, DE $78,131 Dagsboro, DE $79,811 Delmar, DE $78,449 Ellendale, DE $79,281 Felton, DE $79,281 Fenwick Island, DE $79,811 Frankford, DE $79,811 Frederica, DE $79,281

Georgetown, DE $79,281 Greenwood, DE $79,281 Harbeson, DE $79,281 Harrington, DE $79,281 Hartly, DE $78,094 Houston, DE $79,281 Kenton, DE $78,131 Laurel, DE $78,449

Yorklyn, DE $77,677

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

Understanding how a Data Engineer Intern'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

$66,478

Average $76,603/year

$84,167

$5,540

Average $6,384/month

$7,014

$1,278

Average $1,473/week

$1,619

$32

Average $37/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,167	$7,014	$1,619	$40
Average	$76,603	$6,384	$1,473	$37
25th Percentile	$66,478	$5,540	$1,278	$32

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