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: starting around $74,293 for beginners, reaching about $76,484 at mid-level, and approach $77,013 for experts.

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 $82,232, California $81,920, Massachusetts $80,828. 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: $192,706; Big Data Consultant: $162,885; Big Data Engineer: $140,796; Big Data Lead: $135,484; Big Data Manager: $129,865.

Big Data Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Big Data Developer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Big Data Developer in Delaware is $75,213 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): $88,970
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,918 to $82,414
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,096

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Big Data Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,414	$6,868	$1,585	$40
Average	$75,213	$6,268	$1,446	$36
25th Percentile	$69,918	$5,826	$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): $74,293
Early Career (1-2 years): $74,895
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $76,484
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $76,801
Expert (over 8 years): $77,013

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Big Data Developer	$74,293
Intermediate Level Big Data Developer	$74,895
Senior Level Big Data Developer	$76,484
Specialist Level Big Data Developer	$76,801
Expert Level Big Data Developer	$77,013

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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: $82,232.
California: $81,920.
Massachusetts: $80,828.

District of Columbia $82,232 California $81,920 Massachusetts $80,828 Washington $80,531 New Jersey $80,501 Alaska $80,397 Connecticut $79,372 New York $78,956

Hawaii $77,627 Rhode Island $77,003 Maryland $76,580 Minnesota $76,000 Colorado $75,777 Illinois $75,703 Oregon $75,421 Delaware $75,213

New Hampshire $75,082 Virginia $74,790 Pennsylvania $73,936 Nevada $73,505 North Dakota $73,364 Michigan $73,141 Wisconsin $73,059 Vermont $72,896

Texas $72,443 Maine $72,413 Arizona $72,368 Ohio $72,317 Georgia $71,633 Indiana $71,292 Wyoming $71,225 Utah $71,121

Iowa $71,076 Kansas $70,720 Louisiana $70,616 North Carolina $70,579 Missouri $70,564 Florida $70,274 Montana $70,118 Nebraska $69,970

Kentucky $69,888 South Carolina $69,591 Tennessee $69,405 Idaho $69,331 New Mexico $68,789 Oklahoma $68,670 Alabama $68,232 South Dakota $67,496

Arkansas $67,095 West Virginia $66,880 Mississippi $66,234

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: $77,842
Little Creek: $77,122
Magnolia: $77,441

Lincoln, DE $77,842 Little Creek, DE $77,122 Magnolia, DE $77,441 Milford, DE $77,842 Marydel, DE $76,832 Millsboro, DE $77,842 Millville, DE $78,362 Milton, DE $77,842

Nassau, DE $77,842 Ocean View, DE $78,362 Rehoboth Beach, DE $78,362 Seaford, DE $77,025 Selbyville, DE $78,362 Smyrna, DE $76,743 Viola, DE $77,441 Woodside, DE $77,218

Bear, DE $76,179 Newark, DE $76,208 Claymont, DE $76,268 Delaware City, DE $76,208 Hockessin, DE $76,268 Kirkwood, DE $76,208 Middletown, DE $76,587 Montchanin, DE $76,268

New Castle, DE $76,268 Odessa, DE $76,691 Port Penn, DE $76,000 Rockland, DE $76,268 Saint Georges, DE $76,208 Townsend, DE $76,580 Winterthur, DE $76,268 Lewes, DE $77,842

Wilmington, DE $76,268 Dover, DE $77,085 Dover Afb, DE $77,263 Bethany Beach, DE $78,362 Bethel, DE $77,025 Bridgeville, DE $77,842 Camden Wyoming, DE $77,166 Cheswold, DE $76,906

Clayton, DE $76,713 Dagsboro, DE $78,362 Delmar, DE $77,025 Ellendale, DE $77,842 Felton, DE $77,842 Fenwick Island, DE $78,362 Frankford, DE $78,362 Frederica, DE $77,842

Georgetown, DE $77,842 Greenwood, DE $77,842 Harbeson, DE $77,842 Harrington, DE $77,842 Hartly, DE $76,676 Houston, DE $77,842 Kenton, DE $76,713 Laurel, DE $77,025

Yorklyn, DE $76,268

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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$69,918

Average $75,213/year

$82,414

$5,826

Average $6,268/month

$6,868

$1,345

Average $1,446/week

$1,585

$34

Average $36/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,414	$6,868	$1,585	$40
Average	$75,213	$6,268	$1,446	$36
25th Percentile	$69,918	$5,826	$1,345	$34

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