How much does a Principal Data Engineer make in New York, NY? The average Principal Data Engineer salary in New York, NY is $206,558 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $187,658 and $226,390. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Comcast Corporation - PHILADELPHIA , PA
FreeWheel, a Comcast company, provides comprehensive ad platforms for publishers, advertisers, and media buyers. Powered by premium video content, robust data
- 131 days ago
Comcast Corporation - PHILADELPHIA , PA
FreeWheel, a Comcast company, provides comprehensive ad platforms for publishers, advertisers, and media buyers. Powered by premium video content, robust data
- 131 days ago
VORTO - DENVER , CO
About VORTO. We are building software which enables businesses to be more economically and environmentally sustainable by digitally transforming the supply chai
- 32 days ago
VORTO - PARKER , CO
About VORTO. We are building software which enables businesses to be more economically and environmentally sustainable by digitally transforming the supply chai
- 32 days ago
VORTO - WESTMINSTER , CO
About VORTO. We are building software which enables businesses to be more economically and environmentally sustainable by digitally transforming the supply chai
- 32 days ago
VORTO - ARVADA , CO
About VORTO. We are building software which enables businesses to be more economically and environmentally sustainable by digitally transforming the supply chai
- 132 days ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Principal Data Engineer in New York, NY. The base salary for Principal Data Engineer ranges from $187,658 to $226,390 with the average base salary of $206,558. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $197,631 to $247,458 with the average total cash compensation of $220,376.

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