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

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Data Engineering Lead roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

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

A Data Engineering Lead's salary grows with experience: a Database Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $75,583, a Database Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $102,132, a Data Engineering Lead (4-7 years)earns $124,317, a Database Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $142,755, a Database Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $166,563,

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

Data Engineering Lead salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Engineering Lead roles are District of Columbia $135,150, California $134,638, Massachusetts $132,843. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Data Engineering Lead level roles vary by specialization: Head Of Data Engineering: $266,500; Director Of Data Engineering: $184,086; Lead Engineering Test Pilot: $169,800; Data Engineering Senior Manager: $158,549; Engineering Lead: $152,438.

Data Engineering Lead Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Engineering Lead make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Engineering Lead in Delaware is $123,615 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $59.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $144,084
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $113,513 to $134,330
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $104,315

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Data Engineering Lead Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$134,330	$11,194	$2,583	$65
Average	$123,615	$10,301	$2,377	$59
25th Percentile	$113,513	$9,459	$2,183	$55

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Key Factors That Influence Data Engineering Lead Salaries

A Data Engineering Lead'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 Lead Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Engineering Lead'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): $75,583
Early Career (1-2 years): $102,132
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $124,317
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $142,755
Expert (over 8 years): $166,563

Levels	Salary
Database ... Level Data Engineering Lead	$75,583
Database ... Level Data Engineering Lead	$102,132
Data Engi... Level Data Engineering Lead	$124,317
Database ... Level Data Engineering Lead	$142,755
Database ... Level Data Engineering Lead	$166,563

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

District of Columbia: $135,150.
California: $134,638.
Massachusetts: $132,843.

District of Columbia $135,150 California $134,638 Massachusetts $132,843 Washington $132,355 New Jersey $132,306 Alaska $132,135 Connecticut $130,451 New York $129,767

Hawaii $127,582 Rhode Island $126,557 Maryland $125,861 Minnesota $124,909 Colorado $124,543 Illinois $124,421 Oregon $123,957 Delaware $123,615

New Hampshire $123,400 Virginia $122,919 Pennsylvania $121,516 Nevada $120,808 North Dakota $120,576 Michigan $120,210 Wisconsin $120,075 Vermont $119,807

Texas $119,062 Maine $119,013 Arizona $118,940 Ohio $118,855 Georgia $117,732 Indiana $117,170 Wyoming $117,060 Utah $116,889

Iowa $116,816 Kansas $116,230 Louisiana $116,059 North Carolina $115,998 Missouri $115,974 Florida $115,498 Montana $115,242 Nebraska $114,997

Kentucky $114,863 South Carolina $114,375 Tennessee $114,070 Idaho $113,948 New Mexico $113,057 Oklahoma $112,861 Alabama $112,141 South Dakota $110,933

Arkansas $110,274 West Virginia $109,920 Mississippi $108,858

Top Paying Cities for Data Engineering Leads

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: $123,059
Little Creek: $123,959
Magnolia: $123,781

Lincoln, DE $123,059 Little Creek, DE $123,959 Magnolia, DE $123,781 Milford, DE $123,371 Marydel, DE $123,574 Millsboro, DE $122,542 Millville, DE $122,731 Milton, DE $122,944

Nassau, DE $123,033 Ocean View, DE $122,711 Rehoboth Beach, DE $122,946 Seaford, DE $123,016 Selbyville, DE $122,507 Smyrna, DE $124,045 Viola, DE $123,474 Woodside, DE $123,806

Bear, DE $123,520 Newark, DE $123,474 Claymont, DE $123,726 Delaware City, DE $123,597 Hockessin, DE $123,463 Kirkwood, DE $123,574 Middletown, DE $123,621 Montchanin, DE $123,491

New Castle, DE $123,509 Odessa, DE $123,682 Port Penn, DE $123,765 Rockland, DE $123,503 Saint Georges, DE $123,582 Townsend, DE $123,773 Winterthur, DE $123,518 Lewes, DE $122,991

Wilmington, DE $123,469 Dover, DE $123,959 Dover Afb, DE $123,306 Bethany Beach, DE $122,581 Bethel, DE $122,708 Bridgeville, DE $122,998 Camden Wyoming, DE $123,610 Cheswold, DE $123,919

Clayton, DE $123,923 Dagsboro, DE $122,496 Delmar, DE $122,299 Ellendale, DE $122,670 Felton, DE $123,361 Fenwick Island, DE $122,523 Frankford, DE $122,309 Frederica, DE $123,483

Georgetown, DE $122,450 Greenwood, DE $123,017 Harbeson, DE $122,580 Harrington, DE $123,205 Hartly, DE $123,588 Houston, DE $123,029 Kenton, DE $123,929 Laurel, DE $122,376

Yorklyn, DE $123,499

Data Engineering Lead Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Data Engineering Lead roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 75% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Construction sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Data Engineering Lead positions in Transportation or Software & Networking typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Data Engineering Lead as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Data Engineering Lead

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$173,061	$83.0	40%
Construction	$166,881	$80.0	35%
MFG Nondurable	$160,700	$77.0	30%
Aerospace & Defense	$154,519	$74.0	25%
Media	$148,338	$71.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Data Engineering Lead'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 August 01, 2026

$113,513

Average $123,615/year

$134,330

$9,459

Average $10,301/month

$11,194

$2,183

Average $2,377/week

$2,583

$55

Average $59/hour

$65

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$134,330	$11,194	$2,583	$65
Average	$123,615	$10,301	$2,377	$59
25th Percentile	$113,513	$9,459	$2,183	$55

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