Data Engineer Salary in 2026
Based on 109 salary-transparent job listings
$7,899 /year avg
Salary Range
Low
$60
Average
$7,899
High
$0
Avg: $7,899
$60$0
25th Percentile
$3,980
Median
$30
75th Percentile
$3,950
Job Count
109
Salary Distribution
$0 - $30K
98
$50K - $75K
6
$75K - $100K
3
$100K - $150K
2
Data Engineer Salary by Experience Level
| Experience | Avg. Salary | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Mid Level | $7,899 | 109 |
Data Engineer Salary by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Doral | $100,000 | 1 |
| San Diego | $82,500 | 2 |
| Philadelphia | $81,250 | 2 |
| Fort Washington | $63,750 | 2 |
| Chicago | $33,765 | 4 |
| Seattle | $20,020 | 3 |
| Leicester | $17,500 | 1 |
| Las Vegas | $15,650 | 4 |
| Belfast | $6,898 | 4 |
| Manchester | $115 | 2 |
Data Engineer Salary by Employment Type
Full-Time
$7,899
109 listings
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average Data Engineer salary?
The average Data Engineer salary is $7,899 per year based on 109 job listings on Jobs Near Me. Salaries range from $60 to $0.
What is the highest paying city for Data Engineer?
The highest paying city for Data Engineer roles is Doral with an average salary of $100,000.
How much does an entry level Data Engineer make?
Entry level salary data for Data Engineer is being collected. The overall average for this role is $7,899.