Infrastructure Team Lead Salary in the United States

How much does an Infrastructure Team Lead make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Infrastructure Team Lead in the United States is $168,268 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $81.

However, an Infrastructure Team Lead's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $184,480
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $156,775 to $176,754
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $146,311

Key Factors That Influence Infrastructure Team Lead Salaries

An Infrastructure Team Lead's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Infrastructure Team Lead Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Infrastructure Team Lead's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $118,719
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $145,326
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $166,500
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $140,314
  • Expert (over 8 years): $152,000
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Software Systems Engineer III less than 1 year $118,719
Software Systems Engineer IV 1-2 years $145,326
Infrastructure Team Lead 2-4 years $166,500
Software Systems Engineering Supervisor 5-8 years $140,314
Software Systems Engineering Manager over 8 years $152,000

Top Paying Cities for Infrastructure Team Lead

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $212,236
  • San Francisco: $209,913
  • Oakland: $205,489

Infrastructure Team Lead Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Infrastructure Team Lead roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Infrastructure Team Lead positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Infrastructure Team Lead as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Infrastructure Team Lead

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology $210,335 $101.0 25%
Internet $201,922 $97.0 20%
Software & Networking $201,922 $97.0 20%
Pharmaceuticals $193,508 $93.0 15%
Telecom $188,460 $91.0 12%

How Education impacts an Infrastructure Team Lead's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Infrastructure Team Lead professionals enter the field with a high school degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Infrastructure Team Lead with a high school is between $157,334 and $163,264.

Infrastructure Team Lead Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Infrastructure Team Lead
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 4%
High School 22%
Associate's Degree 12%
Bachelor's Degree 40%
Master's Degree or MBA 22%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

Infrastructure Team Lead Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Infrastructure Team Lead's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$156,775
Average $168,268/year
$176,754
$13,065
Average $14,022/month
$14,730
$3,015
Average $3,236/week
$3,399
$75
Average $81/hour
$85
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $176,754 $14,730 $3,399 $85
Average $168,268 $14,022 $3,236 $81
25th Percentile $156,775 $13,065 $3,015 $75

Most common benefits for Infrastructure Team Lead

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Infrastructure Team Lead

Here are companies hiring for Infrastructure Team Lead and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Infrastructure Team Lead Job

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  • Vertiv Holdings | Columbus, OH

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    Brassica at Easton | Columbus, OH

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    AssetWatch, Inc. | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. AssetWatch serves global manufacturers by powering manufacturing uptime through the delivery of an unparalleled condition... more

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  • Surge Staffing | Columbus, OH

    Surge Staffing | Columbus, OH

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  • Fortner | Columbus, OH

    Fortner | Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Infrastructure Team Lead

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Infrastructure Team Lead?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Infrastructure Team Lead roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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