As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for data engineer entry level in Cleveland, OH is $83,567, equivalent to $40 per hour, $1,607 weekly, or $6,964 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for data engineer entry level in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for data engineer entry level in Cleveland, OH vary widely, spanning from $71,201 to $94,620. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($77,094) and 75th percentile ($89,352), while top earners (90th percentile) make $94,620 per year. This $12,258 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Carpentry, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Cleveland data engineer entry level often earn 0.0% lower than national averages. However, Cleveland currently ranks 452 statewide for data engineer entry level job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
data engineer entry level Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile data engineer entry level Salary $71,201 Cleveland, OH April 01, 2026
25th Percentile data engineer entry level Salary $77,094 Cleveland, OH April 01, 2026
50th Percentile data engineer entry level Salary $83,567 Cleveland, OH April 01, 2026
75th Percentile data engineer entry level Salary $89,352 Cleveland, OH April 01, 2026
90th Percentile data engineer entry level Salary $94,620 Cleveland, OH April 01, 2026
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An entry-level data engineer typically earns a salary that ranges from $60,000 to $90,000 annually, depending on factors such as location, company size, and industry. Responsibilities include designing, building, and maintaining data pipelines, ensuring data quality, and collaborating with data scientists and analysts to support data-driven decision-making. Proficiency in programming languages like Python or Java, familiarity with SQL, and knowledge of data warehousing solutions are often required. Entry-level positions may also involve learning about cloud platforms and big data technologies....

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    data engineer entry level

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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