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Data Center Technician Salary and 9 Other Exact Data Center Job Salaries (USA)

Sep 20, 2024

Data centers are crucial for virtually every industry to function, powering everything from online services to cloud storage. As the demand for data storage and processing continues to surge, so does the need for skilled people to manage and maintain these critical infrastructures.  

In this article, we look at average figures for a data center technician salary and many other key roles in the industry.    


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Average Salary for Data Center Jobs in the US 

For those considering a career in this rapidly growing field, understanding average salaries and compensation packages is crucial.  

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to advance your career, this salary guide, using data from our 2024 Data Centre Salary Survey, will provide valuable insights into what you can expect to earn in these important data center roles. 

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1. Data Center Technician salary 

Our data shows that the average salary of a data center Technician (Day Engineer) is $105k. 

2. Data Center Manager salary 

Our data shows that the average salary of a data center Manager is $145k. 

3. Data Center Engineer salary 

Our data shows that the average salary of a data center Project Engineer in the US is $117k and the average salary of a data center Commissioning Engineer is $111k.

4. Data Center Project Manager salary  

Our data shows that the average salary for a data center Project Manager in the US is $132k, and the average salary for a Senior Project Manager is $178k. 

5. Data Center Director salary  

Our data shows that the average salary for a data center Commercial Director is $215k, the average salary for a Construction Director is $207k, and the average salary for a Design Director is $195k. The average salary for an Operations Director is $190k, the average salary for a Project Director is $195k, and the average salary for a Sales Director is $175k. 

6. Data Center Operations Manager salary 

Our data shows that the average salary of a data center Operations Manager is $155k. 

7. Data Center Superintendent salary  

Our data shows that the average salary of a data center Superintendent is $155k and the average salary of an assistant Superintendent is $105k. The average salary of a Lead Superintendent is $188k. 

8. Data Center C-Suite salary 

Our data shows that the average salary of C-Suite / Board is $315k. 

9. Data Center Quality Assurance and Quality Control salary 

Our data shows that the average salary for someone in data center Quality Assurance or Quality Control is $105k. 

10. Data Center Construction Manager salary

Our data shows that the average salary for a data center Construction Manager is $162k. 


The data center industry offers some fantastic career opportunities, with salaries that often reflect the growing importance of these roles in our digital world. From data center technicians to engineers to project managers, the compensation in the sector can be competitive and rewarding.  

Understanding your data center salary is the first step in navigating and maximizing your career in this dynamic industry. 

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Laura Fewell

Laura Fewell

Content Marketing Executive, DataX Connect I write research-led content about the data centre sector including compensation trends, market insights, and current challenges facing the industry - for both the professionals working in it and the employers shaping it.

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