What are the main factors that influence a Database Engineer, Lead/Expert's salary?

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

How does experience change A Database Engineer, Lead/Expert's salary?

A Database Engineer, Lead/Expert's salary grows with experience: a Database Engineer, Senior (4-7 years)earns $127,645, a Database Engineer, Specialist (7+ years)earns $146,565, a Database Engineer, Lead/Expert (7-10 years)earns $170,907, a Database Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $191,612, a Database Engineering Supervisor (12+ years)earns $111,451,

What are the highest paying states for a Database Engineer, Lead/Expert?

Database Engineer, Lead/Expert salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Database Engineer, Lead/Expert roles are District of Columbia $186,500, California $185,800, Massachusetts $183,300. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Database Engineer, Lead/Expert roles make?

Salaries for Database Engineer, Lead/Expert level roles vary by specialization: Principal Database Engineer: $170,762; Database Engineer V: $168,381; Database Engineer, Specialist: $144,400; Database Engineer IV: $144,399; Database Engineer, Senior: $125,800.

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Database Engineer, Lead/Expert Salary in Delaware

How much does a Database Engineer, Lead/Expert make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Database Engineer, Lead/Expert in Delaware is $171,000 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $82.

However, a Database Engineer, Lead/Expert's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $202,522
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $158,500 to $187,500
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $147,119

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Database Engineer, Lead/Expert Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$187,500	$15,625	$3,606	$90
Average	$171,000	$14,250	$3,288	$82
25th Percentile	$158,500	$13,208	$3,048	$76

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Key Factors That Influence Database Engineer, Lead/Expert Salaries

A Database Engineer, Lead/Expert'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 Database Engineer, Lead/Expert Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Database Engineer, Lead/Expert'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:

Database Engineer, Senior (4-7 years): $127,645
Database Engineer, Specialist (7+ years): $146,565
Database Engineer, Lead/Expert (7-10 years): $170,907
Database Engineer VI (10-12 years): $191,612
Database Engineering Supervisor (12+ years): $111,451

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Database Engineer, Senior	4-7 years	$127,645
Database Engineer, Specialist	7+ years	$146,565
Database Engineer, Lead/Expert	7-10 years	$170,907
Database Engineer VI	10-12 years	$191,612
Database Engineering Supervisor	12+ years	$111,451

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How Do Database Engineer, Lead/Expert 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 Database Engineer, Lead/Experts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $186,500.
California: $185,800.
Massachusetts: $183,300.

District of Columbia $186,500 California $185,800 Massachusetts $183,300 Washington $182,600 New Jersey $182,600 Alaska $182,300 Connecticut $180,000 New York $179,100

Hawaii $176,000 Rhode Island $174,600 Maryland $173,700 Minnesota $172,400 Colorado $171,800 Illinois $171,700 Oregon $171,000 Delaware $170,600

New Hampshire $170,300 Virginia $169,600 Pennsylvania $167,700 Nevada $166,700 North Dakota $166,400 Michigan $165,900 Wisconsin $165,700 Vermont $165,300

Texas $164,300 Maine $164,200 Arizona $164,100 Ohio $164,000 Georgia $162,500 Indiana $161,700 Wyoming $161,500 Utah $161,300

Iowa $161,200 Kansas $160,400 Louisiana $160,100 North Carolina $160,100 Missouri $160,000 Florida $159,400 Montana $159,000 Nebraska $158,700

Kentucky $158,500 South Carolina $157,800 Tennessee $157,400 Idaho $157,200 New Mexico $156,000 Oklahoma $155,700 Alabama $154,700 South Dakota $153,100

Arkansas $152,200 West Virginia $151,700 Mississippi $150,200

Top Paying Cities for Database Engineer, Lead/Experts

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: $176,500
Little Creek: $174,900
Magnolia: $175,600

Lincoln, DE $176,500 Little Creek, DE $174,900 Magnolia, DE $175,600 Milford, DE $176,500 Marydel, DE $174,200 Millsboro, DE $176,500 Millville, DE $177,700 Milton, DE $176,500

Nassau, DE $176,500 Ocean View, DE $177,700 Rehoboth Beach, DE $177,700 Seaford, DE $174,700 Selbyville, DE $177,700 Smyrna, DE $174,000 Viola, DE $175,600 Woodside, DE $175,100

Bear, DE $172,800 Newark, DE $172,800 Claymont, DE $173,000 Delaware City, DE $172,800 Hockessin, DE $173,000 Kirkwood, DE $172,800 Middletown, DE $173,700 Montchanin, DE $173,000

New Castle, DE $173,000 Odessa, DE $173,900 Port Penn, DE $172,400 Rockland, DE $173,000 Saint Georges, DE $172,800 Townsend, DE $173,700 Winterthur, DE $173,000 Lewes, DE $176,500

Wilmington, DE $173,000 Dover, DE $174,800 Dover Afb, DE $175,200 Bethany Beach, DE $177,700 Bethel, DE $174,700 Bridgeville, DE $176,500 Camden Wyoming, DE $175,000 Cheswold, DE $174,400

Clayton, DE $174,000 Dagsboro, DE $177,700 Delmar, DE $174,700 Ellendale, DE $176,500 Felton, DE $176,500 Fenwick Island, DE $177,700 Frankford, DE $177,700 Frederica, DE $176,500

Georgetown, DE $176,500 Greenwood, DE $176,500 Harbeson, DE $176,500 Harrington, DE $176,500 Hartly, DE $173,900 Houston, DE $176,500 Kenton, DE $174,000 Laurel, DE $174,700

Yorklyn, DE $173,000

Database Engineer, Lead/Expert Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Database Engineer, Lead/Expert'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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$158,500

Average $171,000/year

$187,500

$13,208

Average $14,250/month

$15,625

$3,048

Average $3,288/week

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$76

Average $82/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$187,500	$15,625	$3,606	$90
Average	$171,000	$14,250	$3,288	$82
25th Percentile	$158,500	$13,208	$3,048	$76

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