DevOps Engineer Salary Guide 2026
Heavy emphasis on scaling biotech research.
National Median: $131,000
Range: $102K – $205K
3-Year Growth Trend: +8.4% · Source: Built In; Lorien
Avg Total Comp
$152,000
Experience Level
Senior reaching $204k base in Boston; national baseline at $130k.
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High Demand Track
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Metro Area Breakdown
20 Markets| Metro Area | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara CA | $176,850 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley CA | $174,230 |
| New York-Newark-Jersey City NY-NJ-PA | $162,440 |
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton MA-NH | $160,276 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue WA | $157,200 |
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria DC-VA-MD-WV | $157,200 |
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim CA | $157,200 |
| San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad CA | $150,650 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin IL-IN-WI | $144,100 |
| Denver-Aurora-Lakewood CO | $141,480 |
| Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown TX | $137,550 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington TX | $137,550 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta GA | $134,930 |
| Miami-Fort Lauderdale-Pompano Beach FL | $133,620 |
| Raleigh-Durham-Cary NC | $131,000 |
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington MN-WI | $128,380 |
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia NC-SC | $128,380 |
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler AZ | $127,070 |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn MI | $125,760 |
| Salt Lake City UT | $124,450 |
"Calculated" benchmarks are derived from the national median using verified geographic cost-of-living multipliers. "Verified" entries are sourced directly from Built In; Lorien.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median salary for a DevOps Engineer in 2026?
The national median salary for a DevOps Engineer in 2026 is $131,000. Base salaries range from $102K to $205K depending on experience level and location.
Which city pays DevOps Engineers the most?
San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara CA offers the highest median salary for DevOps Engineers at $176,850. San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley CA is a close second at $174,230.
How fast are DevOps Engineer salaries growing?
DevOps Engineer salaries have grown at 8.4% over the past three years, making it a high-growth role. Heavy emphasis on scaling biotech research.
What is the salary range for an entry-level DevOps Engineer?
Entry-level DevOps Engineer salaries start around $102K annually at the national level. Tier 1 cities like San Francisco and New York start 20–35% higher. Specialization in AI and cloud-adjacent skills accelerates entry compensation.
What total compensation should a DevOps Engineer expect?
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