Market analysis based on live job data.
Salary range based on experience level
The median salary and typical pay rates for a Data Engineer in United States is $122,319 per year as of September 2026, based on 252 active job listings. Entry-level roles typically start at $92,189, while senior specialists can earn up to $168,991. Equivalent contract day rates are approximately $920 per day.
Salary distribution trend for jobs in United States citing Data Engineer.
Salary distribution for jobs citing Data Engineer over the last 6 months in United States.
Number of live job vacancies over time for Data Engineer in United States.
Tracking vacancy demand for the top 5 core skills in United States over the last 6 months.
Breakdown of skills demanded for Data Engineer roles grouped by domain taxonomy.
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