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

A Data Infrastructure Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Enterprise Infrastructure Architect II (2-4 years)earns $108,966, an Enterprise Infrastructure Architect III (4-7 years)earns $131,733, an Data Infrastructure Engineer (7+ years)earns $146,815, an Enterprise Infrastructure Architect V (7-10 years)earns $168,803, an Enterprise Infrastructure Supervisor (10+ years)earns $156,203,

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

Data Infrastructure Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Infrastructure Engineer roles are District of Columbia $160,049, California $159,442, Massachusetts $157,317. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Data Infrastructure Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Civil Infrastructure Engineer VI: $192,630; Data Infrastructure Operations Director: $187,130; Enterprise Infrastructure Architect V: $166,010; Enterprise Infrastructure Architect IV: $144,385; Data Infrastructure Operations Manager: $137,110.

Data Infrastructure Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Infrastructure Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Data Infrastructure Engineer in Delaware is $146,721 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $71.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $166,887
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $137,986 to $157,277
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $130,034

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Data Infrastructure Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$157,277	$13,106	$3,025	$76
Average	$146,721	$12,227	$2,822	$71
25th Percentile	$137,986	$11,499	$2,654	$66

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Key Factors That Influence Data Infrastructure Engineer Salaries

A Data 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 Infrastructure Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data 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): $108,966
Early Career (1-2 years): $131,733
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $146,815
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $168,803
Expert (over 8 years): $156,203

Levels	Salary
Enterpris... Level Data Infrastructure Engineer	$108,966
Enterpris... Level Data Infrastructure Engineer	$131,733
Data Infr... Level Data Infrastructure Engineer	$146,815
Enterpris... Level Data Infrastructure Engineer	$168,803
Enterpris... Level Data Infrastructure Engineer	$156,203

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

District of Columbia: $160,049.
California: $159,442.
Massachusetts: $157,317.

District of Columbia $160,049 California $159,442 Massachusetts $157,317 Washington $156,738 New Jersey $156,681 Alaska $156,478 Connecticut $154,483 New York $153,674

Hawaii $151,086 Rhode Island $149,872 Maryland $149,048 Minnesota $147,921 Colorado $147,487 Illinois $147,342 Oregon $146,793 Delaware $146,388

New Hampshire $146,134 Virginia $145,564 Pennsylvania $143,902 Nevada $143,064 North Dakota $142,789 Michigan $142,355 Wisconsin $142,196 Vermont $141,878

Texas $140,997 Maine $140,939 Arizona $140,852 Ohio $140,751 Georgia $139,421 Indiana $138,756 Wyoming $138,626 Utah $138,424

Iowa $138,337 Kansas $137,643 Louisiana $137,441 North Carolina $137,368 Missouri $137,339 Florida $136,776 Montana $136,472 Nebraska $136,183

Kentucky $136,024 South Carolina $135,446 Tennessee $135,084 Idaho $134,940 New Mexico $133,885 Oklahoma $133,653 Alabama $132,801 South Dakota $131,369

Arkansas $130,589 West Virginia $130,170 Mississippi $128,912

Top Paying Cities for Data 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: $151,506
Little Creek: $150,103
Magnolia: $150,725

Lincoln, DE $151,506 Little Creek, DE $150,103 Magnolia, DE $150,725 Milford, DE $151,506 Marydel, DE $149,540 Millsboro, DE $151,506 Millville, DE $152,517 Milton, DE $151,506

Nassau, DE $151,506 Ocean View, DE $152,517 Rehoboth Beach, DE $152,517 Seaford, DE $149,916 Selbyville, DE $152,517 Smyrna, DE $149,366 Viola, DE $150,725 Woodside, DE $150,291

Bear, DE $148,268 Newark, DE $148,325 Claymont, DE $148,441 Delaware City, DE $148,325 Hockessin, DE $148,441 Kirkwood, DE $148,325 Middletown, DE $149,063 Montchanin, DE $148,441

New Castle, DE $148,441 Odessa, DE $149,265 Port Penn, DE $147,921 Rockland, DE $148,441 Saint Georges, DE $148,325 Townsend, DE $149,048 Winterthur, DE $148,441 Lewes, DE $151,506

Wilmington, DE $148,441 Dover, DE $150,031 Dover Afb, DE $150,378 Bethany Beach, DE $152,517 Bethel, DE $149,916 Bridgeville, DE $151,506 Camden Wyoming, DE $150,190 Cheswold, DE $149,684

Clayton, DE $149,308 Dagsboro, DE $152,517 Delmar, DE $149,916 Ellendale, DE $151,506 Felton, DE $151,506 Fenwick Island, DE $152,517 Frankford, DE $152,517 Frederica, DE $151,506

Georgetown, DE $151,506 Greenwood, DE $151,506 Harbeson, DE $151,506 Harrington, DE $151,506 Hartly, DE $149,236 Houston, DE $151,506 Kenton, DE $149,308 Laurel, DE $149,916

Yorklyn, DE $148,441

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

Understanding how a Data 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

$137,986

Average $146,721/year

$157,277

$11,499

Average $12,227/month

$13,106

$2,654

Average $2,822/week

$3,025

$66

Average $71/hour

$76

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$157,277	$13,106	$3,025	$76
Average	$146,721	$12,227	$2,822	$71
25th Percentile	$137,986	$11,499	$2,654	$66

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