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

A Data Infrastructure Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $140,394 for beginners, reaching about $141,227 at mid-level, and approach $148,418 for experts.

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

Data Infrastructure Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Infrastructure Engineer roles are District of Columbia $156,354, California $155,761, Massachusetts $153,685. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Data Infrastructure Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Civil Infrastructure Engineer VI: $192,660; Data Infrastructure Operations Director: $187,120; Infrastructure Engineer V: $150,280; Data Infrastructure Operations Manager: $137,110; Infrastructure Engineer IV: $134,460.

Data Infrastructure Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Infrastructure Engineer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Infrastructure Engineer in Delaware is $143,009 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $163,899
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $134,450 to $153,944
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $126,657

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Data Infrastructure Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$153,944	$12,829	$2,960	$74
Average	$143,009	$11,917	$2,750	$69
25th Percentile	$134,450	$11,204	$2,586	$65

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Key Factors That Influence Data Infrastructure Engineer Salaries

A Data Infrastructure Engineer'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 Infrastructure Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Infrastructure Engineer'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): $140,394
Early Career (1-2 years): $140,989
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $141,227
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $143,010
Expert (over 8 years): $148,418

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Data Infrastructure Engineer	$140,394
Intermediate Level Data Infrastructure Engineer	$140,989
Senior Level Data Infrastructure Engineer	$141,227
Specialist Level Data Infrastructure Engineer	$143,010
Expert Level Data Infrastructure Engineer	$148,418

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

District of Columbia: $156,354.
California: $155,761.
Massachusetts: $153,685.

District of Columbia $156,354 California $155,761 Massachusetts $153,685 Washington $153,121 New Jersey $153,064 Alaska $152,866 Connecticut $150,918 New York $150,127

Hawaii $147,599 Rhode Island $146,413 Maryland $145,608 Minnesota $144,506 Colorado $144,083 Illinois $143,941 Oregon $143,405 Delaware $143,009

New Hampshire $142,761 Virginia $142,205 Pennsylvania $140,581 Nevada $139,761 North Dakota $139,493 Michigan $139,070 Wisconsin $138,914 Vermont $138,604

Texas $137,742 Maine $137,686 Arizona $137,601 Ohio $137,502 Georgia $136,203 Indiana $135,553 Wyoming $135,426 Utah $135,228

Iowa $135,144 Kansas $134,466 Louisiana $134,268 North Carolina $134,198 Missouri $134,169 Florida $133,619 Montana $133,322 Nebraska $133,040

Kentucky $132,884 South Carolina $132,319 Tennessee $131,966 Idaho $131,825 New Mexico $130,794 Oklahoma $130,568 Alabama $129,735 South Dakota $128,337

Arkansas $127,575 West Virginia $127,165 Mississippi $125,936

Top Paying Cities for Data Infrastructure Engineers

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: $148,008
Little Creek: $146,639
Magnolia: $147,246

Lincoln, DE $148,008 Little Creek, DE $146,639 Magnolia, DE $147,246 Milford, DE $148,008 Marydel, DE $146,088 Millsboro, DE $148,008 Millville, DE $148,997 Milton, DE $148,008

Nassau, DE $148,008 Ocean View, DE $148,997 Rehoboth Beach, DE $148,997 Seaford, DE $146,455 Selbyville, DE $148,997 Smyrna, DE $145,918 Viola, DE $147,246 Woodside, DE $146,822

Bear, DE $144,845 Newark, DE $144,902 Claymont, DE $145,015 Delaware City, DE $144,902 Hockessin, DE $145,015 Kirkwood, DE $144,902 Middletown, DE $145,622 Montchanin, DE $145,015

New Castle, DE $145,015 Odessa, DE $145,820 Port Penn, DE $144,506 Rockland, DE $145,015 Saint Georges, DE $144,902 Townsend, DE $145,608 Winterthur, DE $145,015 Lewes, DE $148,008

Wilmington, DE $145,015 Dover, DE $146,568 Dover Afb, DE $146,907 Bethany Beach, DE $148,997 Bethel, DE $146,455 Bridgeville, DE $148,008 Camden Wyoming, DE $146,723 Cheswold, DE $146,229

Clayton, DE $145,862 Dagsboro, DE $148,997 Delmar, DE $146,455 Ellendale, DE $148,008 Felton, DE $148,008 Fenwick Island, DE $148,997 Frankford, DE $148,997 Frederica, DE $148,008

Georgetown, DE $148,008 Greenwood, DE $148,008 Harbeson, DE $148,008 Harrington, DE $148,008 Hartly, DE $145,791 Houston, DE $148,008 Kenton, DE $145,862 Laurel, DE $146,455

Yorklyn, DE $145,015

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

Understanding how a Data Infrastructure Engineer'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

$134,450

Average $143,009/year

$153,944

$11,204

Average $11,917/month

$12,829

$2,586

Average $2,750/week

$2,960

$65

Average $69/hour

$74

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$153,944	$12,829	$2,960	$74
Average	$143,009	$11,917	$2,750	$69
25th Percentile	$134,450	$11,204	$2,586	$65

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