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

A Data Quality Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Database Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $79,076, a Data Quality Engineer (2-4 years)earns $106,850, a Database Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $130,041, a Database Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $149,320, a Database Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $174,189,

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

Data Quality Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Quality Engineer roles are District of Columbia $112,544, California $112,117, Massachusetts $110,622. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Data Quality Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Software Quality Assurance Engineer VI: $176,591; Data Quality Director: $170,326; Software Quality Assurance Engineer V: $153,700; Software Quality Assurance Engineer IV: $131,452; Software Quality Assurance Engineer III: $113,834.

Data Quality Engineer Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Data Quality Engineer make in Hawaii?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Quality Engineer in Hawaii is $106,241 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $115,930
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $97,476 to $111,313
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $89,496

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Data Quality Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$111,313	$9,276	$2,141	$54
Average	$106,241	$8,853	$2,043	$51
25th Percentile	$97,476	$8,123	$1,875	$47

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Key Factors That Influence Data Quality Engineer Salaries

A Data Quality 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 Quality Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Quality 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): $79,076
Early Career (1-2 years): $106,850
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $130,041
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $149,320
Expert (over 8 years): $174,189

Levels	Salary
Database ... Level Data Quality Engineer	$79,076
Data Qual... Level Data Quality Engineer	$106,850
Database ... Level Data Quality Engineer	$130,041
Database ... Level Data Quality Engineer	$149,320
Database ... Level Data Quality Engineer	$174,189

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

District of Columbia: $112,544.
California: $112,117.
Massachusetts: $110,622.

District of Columbia $112,544 California $112,117 Massachusetts $110,622 Washington $110,216 New Jersey $110,175 Alaska $110,033 Connecticut $108,630 New York $108,061

Hawaii $106,241 Rhode Island $105,388 Maryland $104,808 Minnesota $104,015 Colorado $103,710 Illinois $103,609 Oregon $103,223 Delaware $102,938

New Hampshire $102,759 Virginia $102,359 Pennsylvania $101,190 Nevada $100,600 North Dakota $100,407 Michigan $100,102 Wisconsin $99,990 Vermont $99,767

Texas $99,146 Maine $99,106 Arizona $99,045 Ohio $98,974 Georgia $98,039 Indiana $97,571 Wyoming $97,479 Utah $97,337

Iowa $97,276 Kansas $96,788 Louisiana $96,646 North Carolina $96,595 Missouri $96,575 Florida $96,178 Montana $95,965 Nebraska $95,762

Kentucky $95,650 South Carolina $95,243 Tennessee $94,989 Idaho $94,887 New Mexico $94,145 Oklahoma $93,983 Alabama $93,383 South Dakota $92,377

Arkansas $91,828 West Virginia $91,533 Mississippi $90,649

Top Paying Cities for Data Quality 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:

Aiea: $105,666
Anahola: $104,281
Captain Cook: $104,176

Aiea, HI $105,666 Anahola, HI $104,281 Captain Cook, HI $104,176 Eleele, HI $104,492 Ewa Beach, HI $105,573 Kapolei, HI $105,488 Haiku, HI $104,358 Hakalau, HI $104,124

Haleiwa, HI $105,285 Hana, HI $104,109 Hanalei, HI $104,144 Hanamaulu, HI $104,356 Hanapepe, HI $104,487 Hauula, HI $105,446 Hawaii National Park, HI $104,245 Hawi, HI $104,418

Hilo, HI $104,346 Princeville, HI $104,335 Holualoa, HI $104,218 Honaunau, HI $104,038 Honokaa, HI $104,172 Honomu, HI $104,336 Hoolehua, HI $104,038 Kaaawa, HI $105,480

Kahuku, HI $105,254 Kahului, HI $104,599 Kailua, HI $105,633 Ocean View, HI $104,304 Waikoloa, HI $104,294 Keauhou, HI $104,218 Kailua Kona, HI $104,344 Kalaheo, HI $104,367

Kalaupapa, HI $103,942 Kamuela, HI $104,225 Kaneohe, HI $105,610 Kapaa, HI $104,481 Kaumakani, HI $104,537 Kaunakakai, HI $104,162 Keaau, HI $104,417 Kealakekua, HI $104,362

Kealia, HI $104,398 Kekaha, HI $104,292 Kihei, HI $104,492 Kilauea, HI $104,337 Kapaau, HI $104,257 Koloa, HI $104,382 Kualapuu, HI $104,131 Kunia, HI $105,455

Kurtistown, HI $104,364 Lahaina, HI $104,384 Laie, HI $105,347 Lanai City, HI $104,131 Laupahoehoe, HI $104,394 Lawai, HI $104,537 Lihue, HI $104,356 Makawao, HI $104,438

Makaweli, HI $104,125 Maunaloa, HI $103,880 Mountain View, HI $104,309 Naalehu, HI $104,099 Ninole, HI $104,029 Ookala, HI $104,062 Paauilo, HI $104,189 Pahala, HI $104,127

Pahoa, HI $104,265 Paia, HI $104,389 Papaaloa, HI $104,408 Papaikou, HI $104,191 Pearl City, HI $105,590 Pepeekeo, HI $104,394 Puunene, HI $104,599 Volcano, HI $104,245

Wahiawa, HI $105,409 Pukalani, HI $104,438 Mililani, HI $105,536 Kula, HI $104,223 Waialua, HI $105,228 Waianae, HI $105,326 Wailuku, HI $104,436 Waimanalo, HI $105,612

Waimea, HI $104,528 Waipahu, HI $105,544 Honolulu, HI $105,703 J B P H H, HI $105,684 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $105,466 Schofield Barracks, HI $105,435 Fort Shafter, HI $105,703 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $105,703

Camp H M Smith, HI $105,679 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $105,577 Wake Island, HI $105,703

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

Understanding how a Data Quality 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 May 01, 2026

$97,476

Average $106,241/year

$111,313

$8,123

Average $8,853/month

$9,276

$1,875

Average $2,043/week

$2,141

$47

Average $51/hour

$54

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$111,313	$9,276	$2,141	$54
Average	$106,241	$8,853	$2,043	$51
25th Percentile	$97,476	$8,123	$1,875	$47

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