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

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 $75,599, a Database Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $102,151, a Data Engineering Lead (4-7 years)earns $124,315, a Database Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $142,745, a Database Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $166,508,

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 $135,147, California $134,634, Massachusetts $132,840. 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: $266,319; Director Of Data Engineering: $184,048; Lead Engineering Test Pilot: $169,800; Data Engineering Senior Manager: $158,611; Engineering Lead: $152,452.

Data Engineering Lead Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Engineering Lead make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Engineering Lead in Delaware is $123,612 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): $144,037
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $113,490 to $134,303
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $104,275

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Data Engineering Lead Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$134,303	$11,192	$2,583	$65
Average	$123,612	$10,301	$2,377	$59
25th Percentile	$113,490	$9,458	$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): $75,599
Early Career (1-2 years): $102,151
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $124,315
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $142,745
Expert (over 8 years): $166,508

Levels	Salary
Database ... Level Data Engineering Lead	$75,599
Database ... Level Data Engineering Lead	$102,151
Data Engi... Level Data Engineering Lead	$124,315
Database ... Level Data Engineering Lead	$142,745
Database ... Level Data Engineering Lead	$166,508

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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: $135,147.
California: $134,634.
Massachusetts: $132,840.

District of Columbia $135,147 California $134,634 Massachusetts $132,840 Washington $132,352 New Jersey $132,303 Alaska $132,132 Connecticut $130,448 New York $129,764

Hawaii $127,579 Rhode Island $126,554 Maryland $125,858 Minnesota $124,906 Colorado $124,540 Illinois $124,418 Oregon $123,954 Delaware $123,612

New Hampshire $123,397 Virginia $122,916 Pennsylvania $121,513 Nevada $120,805 North Dakota $120,573 Michigan $120,207 Wisconsin $120,072 Vermont $119,804

Texas $119,059 Maine $119,010 Arizona $118,937 Ohio $118,852 Georgia $117,729 Indiana $117,167 Wyoming $117,057 Utah $116,887

Iowa $116,813 Kansas $116,227 Louisiana $116,057 North Carolina $115,996 Missouri $115,971 Florida $115,495 Montana $115,239 Nebraska $114,995

Kentucky $114,860 South Carolina $114,372 Tennessee $114,067 Idaho $113,945 New Mexico $113,054 Oklahoma $112,859 Alabama $112,138 South Dakota $110,930

Arkansas $110,271 West Virginia $109,917 Mississippi $108,855

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: $127,933
Little Creek: $126,749
Magnolia: $127,274

Lincoln, DE $127,933 Little Creek, DE $126,749 Magnolia, DE $127,274 Milford, DE $127,933 Marydel, DE $126,273 Millsboro, DE $127,933 Millville, DE $128,788 Milton, DE $127,933

Nassau, DE $127,933 Ocean View, DE $128,788 Rehoboth Beach, DE $128,788 Seaford, DE $126,591 Selbyville, DE $128,788 Smyrna, DE $126,127 Viola, DE $127,274 Woodside, DE $126,908

Bear, DE $125,199 Newark, DE $125,248 Claymont, DE $125,345 Delaware City, DE $125,248 Hockessin, DE $125,345 Kirkwood, DE $125,248 Middletown, DE $125,870 Montchanin, DE $125,345

New Castle, DE $125,345 Odessa, DE $126,041 Port Penn, DE $124,906 Rockland, DE $125,345 Saint Georges, DE $125,248 Townsend, DE $125,858 Winterthur, DE $125,345 Lewes, DE $127,933

Wilmington, DE $125,345 Dover, DE $126,688 Dover Afb, DE $126,981 Bethany Beach, DE $128,788 Bethel, DE $126,591 Bridgeville, DE $127,933 Camden Wyoming, DE $126,822 Cheswold, DE $126,395

Clayton, DE $126,078 Dagsboro, DE $128,788 Delmar, DE $126,591 Ellendale, DE $127,933 Felton, DE $127,933 Fenwick Island, DE $128,788 Frankford, DE $128,788 Frederica, DE $127,933

Georgetown, DE $127,933 Greenwood, DE $127,933 Harbeson, DE $127,933 Harrington, DE $127,933 Hartly, DE $126,017 Houston, DE $127,933 Kenton, DE $126,078 Laurel, DE $126,591

Yorklyn, DE $125,345

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 April 01, 2026

$113,490

Average $123,612/year

$134,303

$9,458

Average $10,301/month

$11,192

$2,183

Average $2,377/week

$2,583

$55

Average $59/hour

$65

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$134,303	$11,192	$2,583	$65
Average	$123,612	$10,301	$2,377	$59
25th Percentile	$113,490	$9,458	$2,183	$55

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