What are the main factors that influence a Big Data Developer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Big Data Developer's salary?

A Big Data Developer's salary grows with experience: a Big Data Developer (0-2 years)earns $74,671, a Data Scientist II (2-4 years)earns $91,371, a Data Scientist III (4-7 years)earns $116,854, a Data Scientist IV (7+ years)earns $133,169, a Data Scientist V (7-10 years)earns $178,532,

What are the highest paying states for a Big Data Developer?

Big Data Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Big Data Developer roles are District of Columbia $82,213, California $81,901, Massachusetts $80,810. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Big Data Developer roles make?

Salaries for Big Data Developer level roles vary by specialization: Big Data Analytics: $192,710; Big Data Consultant: $162,881; Big Data Engineer: $140,797; Big Data Lead: $135,494; Big Data Manager: $129,901.

Big Data Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Big Data Developer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Big Data Developer in Delaware is $75,196 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $88,827
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,930 to $82,331
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,136

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Big Data Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,331	$6,861	$1,583	$40
Average	$75,196	$6,266	$1,446	$36
25th Percentile	$69,930	$5,828	$1,345	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Big Data Developer Salaries

A Big Data Developer'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 Big Data Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Big Data Developer'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): $74,671
Early Career (1-2 years): $91,371
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $116,854
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $133,169
Expert (over 8 years): $178,532

Levels	Salary
Big Data ... Level Big Data Developer	$74,671
Data Scie... Level Big Data Developer	$91,371
Data Scie... Level Big Data Developer	$116,854
Data Scie... Level Big Data Developer	$133,169
Data Scie... Level Big Data Developer	$178,532

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

District of Columbia: $82,213.
California: $81,901.
Massachusetts: $80,810.

District of Columbia $82,213 California $81,901 Massachusetts $80,810 Washington $80,513 New Jersey $80,483 Alaska $80,379 Connecticut $79,354 New York $78,938

Hawaii $77,609 Rhode Island $76,986 Maryland $76,562 Minnesota $75,983 Colorado $75,760 Illinois $75,686 Oregon $75,404 Delaware $75,196

New Hampshire $75,065 Virginia $74,773 Pennsylvania $73,919 Nevada $73,488 North Dakota $73,347 Michigan $73,124 Wisconsin $73,043 Vermont $72,879

Texas $72,426 Maine $72,397 Arizona $72,352 Ohio $72,300 Georgia $71,617 Indiana $71,276 Wyoming $71,209 Utah $71,105

Iowa $71,060 Kansas $70,704 Louisiana $70,600 North Carolina $70,563 Missouri $70,548 Florida $70,258 Montana $70,102 Nebraska $69,954

Kentucky $69,872 South Carolina $69,575 Tennessee $69,390 Idaho $69,315 New Mexico $68,773 Oklahoma $68,654 Alabama $68,216 South Dakota $67,481

Arkansas $67,080 West Virginia $66,865 Mississippi $66,219

Top Paying Cities for Big Data Developers

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: $74,858
Little Creek: $75,406
Magnolia: $75,297

Lincoln, DE $74,858 Little Creek, DE $75,406 Magnolia, DE $75,297 Milford, DE $75,048 Marydel, DE $75,171 Millsboro, DE $74,543 Millville, DE $74,659 Milton, DE $74,788

Nassau, DE $74,842 Ocean View, DE $74,646 Rehoboth Beach, DE $74,789 Seaford, DE $74,832 Selbyville, DE $74,522 Smyrna, DE $75,457 Viola, DE $75,110 Woodside, DE $75,312

Bear, DE $75,138 Newark, DE $75,110 Claymont, DE $75,264 Delaware City, DE $75,185 Hockessin, DE $75,103 Kirkwood, DE $75,171 Middletown, DE $75,200 Montchanin, DE $75,120

New Castle, DE $75,132 Odessa, DE $75,237 Port Penn, DE $75,287 Rockland, DE $75,128 Saint Georges, DE $75,176 Townsend, DE $75,292 Winterthur, DE $75,137 Lewes, DE $74,817

Wilmington, DE $75,107 Dover, DE $75,406 Dover Afb, DE $75,008 Bethany Beach, DE $74,567 Bethel, DE $74,644 Bridgeville, DE $74,820 Camden Wyoming, DE $75,193 Cheswold, DE $75,381

Clayton, DE $75,383 Dagsboro, DE $74,515 Delmar, DE $74,396 Ellendale, DE $74,621 Felton, DE $75,042 Fenwick Island, DE $74,532 Frankford, DE $74,402 Frederica, DE $75,116

Georgetown, DE $74,487 Greenwood, DE $74,832 Harbeson, DE $74,566 Harrington, DE $74,947 Hartly, DE $75,180 Houston, DE $74,840 Kenton, DE $75,387 Laurel, DE $74,442

Yorklyn, DE $75,126

Big Data Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Big Data Developer'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.

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$69,930

Average $75,196/year

$82,331

$5,828

Average $6,266/month

$6,861

$1,345

Average $1,446/week

$1,583

$34

Average $36/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,331	$6,861	$1,583	$40
Average	$75,196	$6,266	$1,446	$36
25th Percentile	$69,930	$5,828	$1,345	$34

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