What are the main factors that influence a Devops 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 Devops Lead's salary?

A Devops Lead's salary grows with experience: starting around $154,127 for beginners, reaching about $157,065 at mid-level, and approach $161,626 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Devops Lead?

Devops Lead salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Devops Lead roles are District of Columbia $173,451, California $172,793, Massachusetts $170,490. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Devops Lead roles make?

Salaries for Devops Lead level roles vary by specialization: Director, DevOps: $194,233; Lead DevOps Engineer: $187,255; Devops Technical Lead: $162,880; Devops Team Lead: $161,589; DevOps Tech Lead: $159,898.

Devops Lead Salary in Delaware

How much does a Devops Lead make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Devops Lead in Delaware is $158,647 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $76.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $172,863
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $142,377 to $166,088
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $127,563

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Devops Lead Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$166,088	$13,841	$3,194	$80
Average	$158,647	$13,221	$3,051	$76
25th Percentile	$142,377	$11,865	$2,738	$68

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Key Factors That Influence Devops Lead Salaries

A Devops 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 Devops Lead Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Devops 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): $154,127
Early Career (1-2 years): $154,805
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $157,065
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $159,776
Expert (over 8 years): $161,626

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Devops Lead	$154,127
Intermediate Level Devops Lead	$154,805
Senior Level Devops Lead	$157,065
Specialist Level Devops Lead	$159,776
Expert Level Devops Lead	$161,626

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

District of Columbia: $173,451.
California: $172,793.
Massachusetts: $170,490.

District of Columbia $173,451 California $172,793 Massachusetts $170,490 Washington $169,863 New Jersey $169,801 Alaska $169,581 Connecticut $167,419 New York $166,542

Hawaii $163,738 Rhode Island $162,422 Maryland $161,529 Minnesota $160,307 Colorado $159,837 Illinois $159,680 Oregon $159,085 Delaware $158,647

New Hampshire $158,371 Virginia $157,754 Pennsylvania $155,952 Nevada $155,043 North Dakota $154,746 Michigan $154,276 Wisconsin $154,103 Vermont $153,759

Texas $152,803 Maine $152,741 Arizona $152,647 Ohio $152,537 Georgia $151,096 Indiana $150,375 Wyoming $150,234 Utah $150,015

Iowa $149,921 Kansas $149,169 Louisiana $148,949 North Carolina $148,871 Missouri $148,840 Florida $148,229 Montana $147,900 Nebraska $147,587

Kentucky $147,414 South Carolina $146,788 Tennessee $146,396 Idaho $146,239 New Mexico $145,096 Oklahoma $144,845 Alabama $143,921 South Dakota $142,370

Arkansas $141,524 West Virginia $141,070 Mississippi $139,707

Top Paying Cities for Devops 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: $164,192
Little Creek: $162,673
Magnolia: $163,346

Lincoln, DE $164,192 Little Creek, DE $162,673 Magnolia, DE $163,346 Milford, DE $164,192 Marydel, DE $162,062 Millsboro, DE $164,192 Millville, DE $165,289 Milton, DE $164,192

Nassau, DE $164,192 Ocean View, DE $165,289 Rehoboth Beach, DE $165,289 Seaford, DE $162,469 Selbyville, DE $165,289 Smyrna, DE $161,874 Viola, DE $163,346 Woodside, DE $162,876

Bear, DE $160,683 Newark, DE $160,746 Claymont, DE $160,871 Delaware City, DE $160,746 Hockessin, DE $160,871 Kirkwood, DE $160,746 Middletown, DE $161,545 Montchanin, DE $160,871

New Castle, DE $160,871 Odessa, DE $161,764 Port Penn, DE $160,307 Rockland, DE $160,871 Saint Georges, DE $160,746 Townsend, DE $161,529 Winterthur, DE $160,871 Lewes, DE $164,192

Wilmington, DE $160,871 Dover, DE $162,594 Dover Afb, DE $162,970 Bethany Beach, DE $165,289 Bethel, DE $162,469 Bridgeville, DE $164,192 Camden Wyoming, DE $162,767 Cheswold, DE $162,218

Clayton, DE $161,811 Dagsboro, DE $165,289 Delmar, DE $162,469 Ellendale, DE $164,192 Felton, DE $164,192 Fenwick Island, DE $165,289 Frankford, DE $165,289 Frederica, DE $164,192

Georgetown, DE $164,192 Greenwood, DE $164,192 Harbeson, DE $164,192 Harrington, DE $164,192 Hartly, DE $161,733 Houston, DE $164,192 Kenton, DE $161,811 Laurel, DE $162,469

Yorklyn, DE $160,871

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

Understanding how a Devops 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 January 01, 2026

$142,377

Average $158,647/year

$166,088

$11,865

Average $13,221/month

$13,841

$2,738

Average $3,051/week

$3,194

$68

Average $76/hour

$80

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$166,088	$13,841	$3,194	$80
Average	$158,647	$13,221	$3,051	$76
25th Percentile	$142,377	$11,865	$2,738	$68

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