What are the main factors that influence a Data Center Infrastructure 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 Data Center Infrastructure Engineer's salary?

A Data Center Infrastructure Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Contact Center Scheduler I (0-2 years)earns $53,707, a Contact Center Scheduler II (2-4 years)earns $60,855, a Contact Center Scheduler III (4-7 years)earns $73,884, a Contact Center Scheduling Supervisor (7+ years)earns $80,105, a Data Center Infrastructure Engineer (7+ years)earns $113,790,

What are the highest paying states for a Data Center Infrastructure Engineer?

Data Center Infrastructure Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Center Infrastructure Engineer roles are District of Columbia $126,727, California $126,246, Massachusetts $124,563. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Center Infrastructure Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Data Center Infrastructure Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Data Infrastructure Operations Director: $187,130; Data Center Director: $187,124; Data Infrastructure Engineer: $144,553; Data Infrastructure Operations Manager: $137,110; Data Center Manager: $137,103.

Data Center Infrastructure Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Center Infrastructure Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Data Center Infrastructure Engineer in Delaware is $116,174 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $141,117
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $106,553 to $129,230
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $97,794

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Data Center Infrastructure Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$129,230	$10,769	$2,485	$62
Average	$116,174	$9,681	$2,234	$56
25th Percentile	$106,553	$8,879	$2,049	$51

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Key Factors That Influence Data Center Infrastructure Engineer Salaries

A Data Center Infrastructure 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 Data Center Infrastructure Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Center Infrastructure 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): $53,707
Early Career (1-2 years): $60,855
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $73,884
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $80,105
Expert (over 8 years): $113,790

Levels	Salary
Contact C... Level Data Center Infrastructure Engineer	$53,707
Contact C... Level Data Center Infrastructure Engineer	$60,855
Contact C... Level Data Center Infrastructure Engineer	$73,884
Contact C... Level Data Center Infrastructure Engineer	$80,105
Data Cent... Level Data Center Infrastructure Engineer	$113,790

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How Do Data Center Infrastructure 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 Data Center Infrastructure Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $126,727.
California: $126,246.
Massachusetts: $124,563.

District of Columbia $126,727 California $126,246 Massachusetts $124,563 Washington $124,106 New Jersey $124,060 Alaska $123,900 Connecticut $122,320 New York $121,679

Hawaii $119,630 Rhode Island $118,669 Maryland $118,016 Minnesota $117,124 Colorado $116,780 Illinois $116,666 Oregon $116,231 Delaware $115,910

New Hampshire $115,709 Virginia $115,258 Pennsylvania $113,942 Nevada $113,278 North Dakota $113,060 Michigan $112,717 Wisconsin $112,591 Vermont $112,339

Texas $111,641 Maine $111,595 Arizona $111,527 Ohio $111,447 Georgia $110,394 Indiana $109,867 Wyoming $109,764 Utah $109,604

Iowa $109,535 Kansas $108,986 Louisiana $108,826 North Carolina $108,768 Missouri $108,745 Florida $108,299 Montana $108,059 Nebraska $107,830

Kentucky $107,704 South Carolina $107,246 Tennessee $106,960 Idaho $106,845 New Mexico $106,010 Oklahoma $105,827 Alabama $105,152 South Dakota $104,018

Arkansas $103,400 West Virginia $103,068 Mississippi $102,073

Top Paying Cities for Data Center Infrastructure 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:

Lincoln: $119,962
Little Creek: $118,852
Magnolia: $119,344

Lincoln, DE $119,962 Little Creek, DE $118,852 Magnolia, DE $119,344 Milford, DE $119,962 Marydel, DE $118,406 Millsboro, DE $119,962 Millville, DE $120,763 Milton, DE $119,962

Nassau, DE $119,962 Ocean View, DE $120,763 Rehoboth Beach, DE $120,763 Seaford, DE $118,703 Selbyville, DE $120,763 Smyrna, DE $118,268 Viola, DE $119,344 Woodside, DE $119,001

Bear, DE $117,398 Newark, DE $117,444 Claymont, DE $117,536 Delaware City, DE $117,444 Hockessin, DE $117,536 Kirkwood, DE $117,444 Middletown, DE $118,028 Montchanin, DE $117,536

New Castle, DE $117,536 Odessa, DE $118,188 Port Penn, DE $117,124 Rockland, DE $117,536 Saint Georges, DE $117,444 Townsend, DE $118,016 Winterthur, DE $117,536 Lewes, DE $119,962

Wilmington, DE $117,536 Dover, DE $118,795 Dover Afb, DE $119,069 Bethany Beach, DE $120,763 Bethel, DE $118,703 Bridgeville, DE $119,962 Camden Wyoming, DE $118,921 Cheswold, DE $118,520

Clayton, DE $118,222 Dagsboro, DE $120,763 Delmar, DE $118,703 Ellendale, DE $119,962 Felton, DE $119,962 Fenwick Island, DE $120,763 Frankford, DE $120,763 Frederica, DE $119,962

Georgetown, DE $119,962 Greenwood, DE $119,962 Harbeson, DE $119,962 Harrington, DE $119,962 Hartly, DE $118,165 Houston, DE $119,962 Kenton, DE $118,222 Laurel, DE $118,703

Yorklyn, DE $117,536

Data Center Infrastructure Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Center Infrastructure 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

$106,553

Average $116,174/year

$129,230

$8,879

Average $9,681/month

$10,769

$2,049

Average $2,234/week

$2,485

$51

Average $56/hour

$62

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$129,230	$10,769	$2,485	$62
Average	$116,174	$9,681	$2,234	$56
25th Percentile	$106,553	$8,879	$2,049	$51

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