What are the main factors that influence a Cloud Engineer's salary?

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

How does experience change A Cloud Engineer's salary?

A Cloud Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Cloud Architecture Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $90,852, a Cloud Engineer (2-4 years)earns $119,885, a Cloud Architecture Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $136,746, a Cloud Architecture Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $164,529, a Cloud Architecture Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $187,650,

What are the highest paying states for a Cloud Engineer?

Cloud Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cloud Engineer roles are District of Columbia $120,822, California $120,364, Massachusetts $118,760. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cloud Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Cloud Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Cloud Engineer V: $168,090; Cloud Engineer IV: $147,390; Cloud Compute Engineer: $123,949; Cloud Computing Engineer: $123,949; Cloud Infrastructure Engineer: $123,949.

Cloud Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Cloud Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Cloud Engineer in District of Columbia is $121,455 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

However, a Cloud Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $146,247
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $110,272 to $134,432
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $100,091

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Cloud Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$134,432	$11,203	$2,585	$65
Average	$121,455	$10,121	$2,336	$58
25th Percentile	$110,272	$9,189	$2,121	$53

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Key Factors That Influence Cloud Engineer Salaries

A Cloud Engineer'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 Cloud Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cloud Engineer'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): $90,852
Early Career (1-2 years): $119,885
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $136,746
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $164,529
Expert (over 8 years): $187,650

Levels	Salary
Cloud Arc... Level Cloud Engineer	$90,852
Cloud Eng... Level Cloud Engineer	$119,885
Cloud Arc... Level Cloud Engineer	$136,746
Cloud Arc... Level Cloud Engineer	$164,529
Cloud Arc... Level Cloud Engineer	$187,650

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How Do Cloud Engineer 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 Cloud Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $120,822.
California: $120,364.
Massachusetts: $118,760.

District of Columbia $120,822 California $120,364 Massachusetts $118,760 Washington $118,323 New Jersey $118,280 Alaska $118,127 Connecticut $116,621 New York $116,010

Hawaii $114,056 Rhode Island $113,140 Maryland $112,518 Minnesota $111,667 Colorado $111,339 Illinois $111,230 Oregon $110,815 Delaware $110,510

New Hampshire $110,318 Virginia $109,888 Pennsylvania $108,633 Nevada $108,000 North Dakota $107,793 Michigan $107,465 Wisconsin $107,345 Vermont $107,105

Texas $106,440 Maine $106,396 Arizona $106,330 Ohio $106,254 Georgia $105,250 Indiana $104,748 Wyoming $104,650 Utah $104,497

Iowa $104,432 Kansas $103,908 Louisiana $103,755 North Carolina $103,701 Missouri $103,679 Florida $103,253 Montana $103,024 Nebraska $102,806

Kentucky $102,686 South Carolina $102,249 Tennessee $101,976 Idaho $101,867 New Mexico $101,071 Oklahoma $100,896 Alabama $100,252 South Dakota $99,172

Arkansas $98,583 West Virginia $98,266 Mississippi $97,317

Top Paying Cities for Cloud Engineers

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:

Parcel Return Service: $120,822
Washington: $120,822
Naval Anacost Annex: $120,822

Parcel Return Service, DC $120,822 Washington, DC $120,822 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $120,822 Washington Navy Yard, DC $120,822

Cloud Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cloud Engineer'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 May 18, 2021

$110,272

Average $121,455/year

$134,432

$9,189

Average $10,121/month

$11,203

$2,121

Average $2,336/week

$2,585

$53

Average $58/hour

$65

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$134,432	$11,203	$2,585	$65
Average	$121,455	$10,121	$2,336	$58
25th Percentile	$110,272	$9,189	$2,121	$53

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