What are the main factors that influence a Data 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 Lead?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Data Lead roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Data Lead's salary?

A Data Lead's salary grows with experience: a Transaction Processing Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $69,759, a Transaction Processing Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $83,240, a Transaction Processing Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $97,040, a Data Lead (7+ years)earns $83,102, a Transaction Processing Manager (7+ years)earns $130,216,

What are the highest paying states for a Data Lead?

Data Lead salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Lead roles are District of Columbia $90,193, California $89,851, Massachusetts $88,653. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Lead roles make?

Salaries for Data Lead level roles vary by specialization: Lead Data Scientist: $173,355; Lead Data Manager: $155,782; Data Migration Lead: $150,955; Lead Data Architect: $139,729; Master Data Lead: $138,374.

Data Lead Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Lead make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Lead in Delaware is $82,495 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $94,421
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,752 to $88,738
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,792

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Data Lead Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,738	$7,395	$1,706	$43
Average	$82,495	$6,875	$1,586	$40
25th Percentile	$73,752	$6,146	$1,418	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Data Lead Salaries

A Data 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 Lead Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data 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): $69,759
Early Career (1-2 years): $83,240
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $97,040
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $83,102
Expert (over 8 years): $130,216

Levels	Salary
Transacti... Level Data Lead	$69,759
Transacti... Level Data Lead	$83,240
Transacti... Level Data Lead	$97,040
Data Lead... Level Data Lead	$83,102
Transacti... Level Data Lead	$130,216

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

District of Columbia: $90,193.
California: $89,851.
Massachusetts: $88,653.

District of Columbia $90,193 California $89,851 Massachusetts $88,653 Washington $88,327 New Jersey $88,295 Alaska $88,181 Connecticut $87,057 New York $86,600

Hawaii $85,142 Rhode Island $84,458 Maryland $83,994 Minnesota $83,358 Colorado $83,114 Illinois $83,032 Oregon $82,723 Delaware $82,495

New Hampshire $82,351 Virginia $82,031 Pennsylvania $81,094 Nevada $80,621 North Dakota $80,466 Michigan $80,222 Wisconsin $80,132 Vermont $79,953

Texas $79,456 Maine $79,424 Arizona $79,375 Ohio $79,318 Georgia $78,568 Indiana $78,194 Wyoming $78,120 Utah $78,006

Iowa $77,958 Kansas $77,566 Louisiana $77,452 North Carolina $77,412 Missouri $77,395 Florida $77,078 Montana $76,907 Nebraska $76,744

Kentucky $76,654 South Carolina $76,328 Tennessee $76,125 Idaho $76,043 New Mexico $75,449 Oklahoma $75,318 Alabama $74,838 South Dakota $74,031

Arkansas $73,591 West Virginia $73,355 Mississippi $72,646

Top Paying Cities for Data 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: $82,123
Little Creek: $82,725
Magnolia: $82,606

Lincoln, DE $82,123 Little Creek, DE $82,725 Magnolia, DE $82,606 Milford, DE $82,332 Marydel, DE $82,467 Millsboro, DE $81,779 Millville, DE $81,905 Milton, DE $82,047

Nassau, DE $82,106 Ocean View, DE $81,891 Rehoboth Beach, DE $82,048 Seaford, DE $82,095 Selbyville, DE $81,755 Smyrna, DE $82,782 Viola, DE $82,400 Woodside, DE $82,622

Bear, DE $82,431 Newark, DE $82,400 Claymont, DE $82,569 Delaware City, DE $82,483 Hockessin, DE $82,393 Kirkwood, DE $82,467 Middletown, DE $82,499 Montchanin, DE $82,412

New Castle, DE $82,424 Odessa, DE $82,540 Port Penn, DE $82,595 Rockland, DE $82,420 Saint Georges, DE $82,473 Townsend, DE $82,600 Winterthur, DE $82,430 Lewes, DE $82,079

Wilmington, DE $82,397 Dover, DE $82,725 Dover Afb, DE $82,289 Bethany Beach, DE $81,805 Bethel, DE $81,890 Bridgeville, DE $82,083 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,492 Cheswold, DE $82,698

Clayton, DE $82,700 Dagsboro, DE $81,748 Delmar, DE $81,617 Ellendale, DE $81,864 Felton, DE $82,325 Fenwick Island, DE $81,766 Frankford, DE $81,623 Frederica, DE $82,407

Georgetown, DE $81,717 Greenwood, DE $82,096 Harbeson, DE $81,804 Harrington, DE $82,221 Hartly, DE $82,477 Houston, DE $82,104 Kenton, DE $82,704 Laurel, DE $81,668

Yorklyn, DE $82,417

Data Lead Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Data Lead roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Data Lead positions in Pharmaceuticals or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Data Lead as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Data Lead

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$90,744	$44.0	10%
Biotechnology	$90,744	$44.0	10%
Business Services	$90,744	$44.0	10%
Chemicals	$90,744	$44.0	10%
Construction	$90,744	$44.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Data 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

$73,752

Average $82,495/year

$88,738

$6,146

Average $6,875/month

$7,395

$1,418

Average $1,586/week

$1,706

$35

Average $40/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,738	$7,395	$1,706	$43
Average	$82,495	$6,875	$1,586	$40
25th Percentile	$73,752	$6,146	$1,418	$35

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