What are the main factors that influence a Data Engineering Consultant'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 Data Engineering Consultant?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Data Engineering Consultant roles, with salaries approximately 60% above the market median.

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

A Data Engineering Consultant's salary grows with experience: a Database Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $79,235, a Data Engineering Consultant (2-4 years)earns $107,066, a Database Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $130,316, a Database Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $149,640, a Database Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $174,585,

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

Data Engineering Consultant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Engineering Consultant roles are District of Columbia $116,386, California $115,944, Massachusetts $114,399. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Data Engineering Consultant level roles vary by specialization: Head Of Data Engineering: $266,453; Director Data Engineering: $194,601; Director Of Data Engineering: $184,075; Data Architect - Consultant: $162,910; Data Engineering Senior Manager: $158,564.

Data Engineering Consultant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Engineering Consultant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Engineering Consultant in Delaware is $106,452 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $116,131
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $97,620 to $111,519
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $89,579

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Data Engineering Consultant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$111,519	$9,293	$2,145	$54
Average	$106,452	$8,871	$2,047	$51
25th Percentile	$97,620	$8,135	$1,877	$47

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Key Factors That Influence Data Engineering Consultant Salaries

A Data Engineering Consultant'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 Engineering Consultant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Engineering Consultant'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): $79,235
Early Career (1-2 years): $107,066
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $130,316
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $149,640
Expert (over 8 years): $174,585

Levels	Salary
Database ... Level Data Engineering Consultant	$79,235
Data Engi... Level Data Engineering Consultant	$107,066
Database ... Level Data Engineering Consultant	$130,316
Database ... Level Data Engineering Consultant	$149,640
Database ... Level Data Engineering Consultant	$174,585

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

District of Columbia: $116,386.
California: $115,944.
Massachusetts: $114,399.

District of Columbia $116,386 California $115,944 Massachusetts $114,399 Washington $113,978 New Jersey $113,936 Alaska $113,789 Connecticut $112,339 New York $111,750

Hawaii $109,868 Rhode Island $108,985 Maryland $108,386 Minnesota $107,566 Colorado $107,251 Illinois $107,146 Oregon $106,746 Delaware $106,452

New Hampshire $106,267 Virginia $105,853 Pennsylvania $104,644 Nevada $104,034 North Dakota $103,835 Michigan $103,519 Wisconsin $103,404 Vermont $103,172

Texas $102,531 Maine $102,489 Arizona $102,426 Ohio $102,352 Georgia $101,385 Indiana $100,902 Wyoming $100,807 Utah $100,660

Iowa $100,597 Kansas $100,092 Louisiana $99,945 North Carolina $99,893 Missouri $99,872 Florida $99,462 Montana $99,241 Nebraska $99,031

Kentucky $98,915 South Carolina $98,495 Tennessee $98,232 Idaho $98,127 New Mexico $97,359 Oklahoma $97,191 Alabama $96,571 South Dakota $95,530

Arkansas $94,963 West Virginia $94,658 Mississippi $93,743

Top Paying Cities for Data Engineering Consultants

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: $105,973
Little Creek: $106,748
Magnolia: $106,595

Lincoln, DE $105,973 Little Creek, DE $106,748 Magnolia, DE $106,595 Milford, DE $106,242 Marydel, DE $106,416 Millsboro, DE $105,528 Millville, DE $105,691 Milton, DE $105,874

Nassau, DE $105,951 Ocean View, DE $105,673 Rehoboth Beach, DE $105,876 Seaford, DE $105,936 Selbyville, DE $105,498 Smyrna, DE $106,822 Viola, DE $106,330 Woodside, DE $106,616

Bear, DE $106,370 Newark, DE $106,330 Claymont, DE $106,548 Delaware City, DE $106,436 Hockessin, DE $106,321 Kirkwood, DE $106,416 Middletown, DE $106,457 Montchanin, DE $106,345

New Castle, DE $106,361 Odessa, DE $106,510 Port Penn, DE $106,581 Rockland, DE $106,355 Saint Georges, DE $106,424 Townsend, DE $106,588 Winterthur, DE $106,368 Lewes, DE $105,915

Wilmington, DE $106,326 Dover, DE $106,748 Dover Afb, DE $106,186 Bethany Beach, DE $105,562 Bethel, DE $105,671 Bridgeville, DE $105,920 Camden Wyoming, DE $106,448 Cheswold, DE $106,714

Clayton, DE $106,717 Dagsboro, DE $105,488 Delmar, DE $105,319 Ellendale, DE $105,638 Felton, DE $106,233 Fenwick Island, DE $105,511 Frankford, DE $105,327 Frederica, DE $106,338

Georgetown, DE $105,448 Greenwood, DE $105,937 Harbeson, DE $105,561 Harrington, DE $106,099 Hartly, DE $106,429 Houston, DE $105,947 Kenton, DE $106,722 Laurel, DE $105,385

Yorklyn, DE $106,352

Data Engineering Consultant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Data Engineering Consultant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 120% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 60% above the average. In contrast, Data Engineering Consultant positions in Biotechnology or Chemicals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Data Engineering Consultant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Data Engineering Consultant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$170,323	$82.0	60%
Business Services	$165,001	$79.0	55%
Construction	$159,678	$77.0	50%
Energy & Utilities	$154,355	$74.0	45%
Healthcare	$149,033	$72.0	40%

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

Understanding how a Data Engineering Consultant'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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$97,620

Average $106,452/year

$111,519

$8,135

Average $8,871/month

$9,293

$1,877

Average $2,047/week

$2,145

$47

Average $51/hour

$54

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$111,519	$9,293	$2,145	$54
Average	$106,452	$8,871	$2,047	$51
25th Percentile	$97,620	$8,135	$1,877	$47

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