What data center jobs pay

Based on 160 current US postings that publish a salary range. Recalculated every day from live listings.

Role typeTypical range (25th–75th pct.)MedianPostings
Electrical
$155K – $230K
$216K10
HVAC & Mechanical
$153K – $230K
$195K5
Management
$151K – $223K
$188K37
Controls & BMS
$159K – $208K
$185K13
Network & Hardware
$105K – $230K
$170K6
Engineering
$104K – $212K
$165K16
Operations
$78K – $227K
$160K8
Construction & Commissioning
$135K – $183K
$151K28
Technician
$69K – $78K
$75K37

Hourly rates are annualised at 2,080 hours. Ranges reflect advertised pay, not overtime or shift differentials, which are common in 24/7 data center roles.

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