Accurate Salary Comparison for Data Centre Jobs 2024: UK, Europe, and US
In today’s fast-paced digital world, data centres are hugely important in virtually every industry, making skilled professionals in the field highly sought after across the globe. The financial compensation for data centre employees can vary significantly depending on the region and the role, hence the need for reliable salary comparison resources.
In this article we’ll look at the salary landscape for data centre roles in three key markets: the UK, Europe, and the US. Using data from our 2024 Data Centre Salary Survey, we provide a comprehensive salary guide showing how salaries compare across these regions, offering valuable insights for both job seekers and employers in the industry.
Contents
- UK average salary for data centre jobs
- Europe average salary for data centre jobs
- US average salary for data centre jobs
- Salary comparison for data centre jobs in the UK
- Salary check for data centre jobs in the Europe
- Salary guide for data centre jobs in the US
Average salary for data centre jobs
In a competitive global market for data centre professionals, salaries vary significantly across different regions. Understanding these differences is crucial for both employers and employees navigating the industry.
We asked 1000+ data centre professionals from Europe and the US to share their salary information with us, and here’s what we discovered:
UK average salary
The UK average salary for a permanent data centre position is £89,836.79/year. This is £1,411.25 /year less than the equivalent in Europe and £45,145.64 /year less than the equivalent in the US.
Europe average salary
The Europe average salary for a permanent data centre position is €108,229.30/year. This is €1,700.83 /year more than the equivalent in the UK and €36,775.68 /year less than in the US.
US average salary
The US average salary for a permanent data center position is $160,102.66/year. This is $40,379.41 /year more than the equivalent in
Europe and $42,263.74 /year more than in the UK.
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Salary checker for data centre jobs
Knowing the average salary for your role means that you can make informed decisions about your career within the sector. Use our list of data centre salaries below to check if your salary is in line with other people in similar roles.
Salary comparison for data centre jobs in the UK
Here’s a list of data centre salaries in the UK:
Salary check for data centre jobs in the Europe
Here’s a list of data centre salaries in Europe:
Salary guide for data centre jobs in the US
Here’s a list of data centre salaries in the US:
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Understanding the salary landscape in the data centre industry is essential for professionals looking to advance their careers, and for employers aiming to attract top talent. There are some substantial differences in compensation across the UK, Europe, and the US, reflecting the varying demands and economic conditions in each region.
Whether you’re considering a move, negotiating a pay rise, or just curious about how your salary stacks up, our detailed salary comparison can help you make informed decisions in this dynamic sector.
For information about data centre contractor salaries, or data on bonuses and benefits, download the full reports here.
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