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 $76,061 for beginners, reaching about $78,304 at mid-level, and approach $78,846 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 Rhode Island

How much does a Big Data Developer make in Rhode Island?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Big Data Developer in Rhode Island is $77,003 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,087
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,581 to $84,375
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,645

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Big Data Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,375	$7,031	$1,623	$41
Average	$77,003	$6,417	$1,481	$37
25th Percentile	$71,581	$5,965	$1,377	$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): $76,061
Early Career (1-2 years): $76,678
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $78,304
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $78,629
Expert (over 8 years): $78,846

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Big Data Developer	$76,061
Intermediate Level Big Data Developer	$76,678
Senior Level Big Data Developer	$78,304
Specialist Level Big Data Developer	$78,629
Expert Level Big Data Developer	$78,846

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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:

Adamsville: $78,266
Albion: $76,966
Ashaway: $78,563

Adamsville, RI $78,266 Albion, RI $76,966 Ashaway, RI $78,563 Barrington, RI $76,966 Block Island, RI $78,154 Bradford, RI $78,511 Bristol, RI $76,892 Carolina, RI $77,872

Charlestown, RI $77,954 Chepachet, RI $76,817 Clayville, RI $76,892 Coventry, RI $76,817 West Greenwich, RI $76,765 East Greenwich, RI $76,869 Exeter, RI $78,511 Fiskeville, RI $76,966

Forestdale, RI $76,892 Foster, RI $76,765 Glendale, RI $76,765 Greene, RI $77,627 Greenville, RI $76,966 Harmony, RI $76,944 Harrisville, RI $76,817 Hope, RI $76,966

Hope Valley, RI $78,563 Hopkinton, RI $78,585 Jamestown, RI $77,798 Kenyon, RI $78,488 Little Compton, RI $78,236 Manville, RI $76,966 Mapleville, RI $76,765 Newport, RI $77,812

Middletown, RI $78,139 North Kingstown, RI $76,743 North Scituate, RI $76,944 Oakland, RI $76,840 Pascoag, RI $76,795 Pawtucket, RI $76,966 Central Falls, RI $76,966 Cumberland, RI $76,966

Lincoln, RI $76,966 Portsmouth, RI $77,501 Prudence Island, RI $76,817 Rockville, RI $78,585 Saunderstown, RI $77,842 Shannock, RI $78,466 Slatersville, RI $76,892 Slocum, RI $77,842

Tiverton, RI $78,288 Wakefield, RI $77,760 Kingston, RI $77,775 Narragansett, RI $77,790 Peace Dale, RI $77,760 Warren, RI $76,944 Warwick, RI $76,966 Westerly, RI $78,607

West Kingston, RI $77,820 West Warwick, RI $76,966 Wood River Junction, RI $78,511 Woonsocket, RI $76,892 North Smithfield, RI $76,944 Wyoming, RI $78,488 Providence, RI $76,966 Cranston, RI $76,966

North Providence, RI $76,966 East Providence, RI $76,966 Riverside, RI $76,966 Rumford, RI $76,966 Smithfield, RI $76,966 Johnston, RI $76,966

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

$71,581

Average $77,003/year

$84,375

$5,965

Average $6,417/month

$7,031

$1,377

Average $1,481/week

$1,623

$34

Average $37/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,375	$7,031	$1,623	$41
Average	$77,003	$6,417	$1,481	$37
25th Percentile	$71,581	$5,965	$1,377	$34

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