What are the main factors that influence a Software Developer IV's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change a Software Developer IV's salary?

A Software Developer IV's salary grows with experience: starting around $145,378 for beginners, reaching about $146,931 at mid-level, and approach $154,998 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Software Developer IV?

Software Developer IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software Developer IV roles are District of Columbia $164,880, California $164,260, Massachusetts $162,070. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Software Developer roles make?

Salaries for Software Developer level roles vary by specialization: Enterprise Applications Developer IV: $149,100; Software Engineer IV: $148,915; Backend Developer IV: $145,369; Full Stack Developer IV: $145,369; Systems Applications Developer IV: $143,200.

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Software Developer IV Salary in Delaware

How much does a Software Developer IV make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Developer IV in Delaware is $150,810 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $73.

However, a Software Developer IV's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $170,660
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $140,410 to $161,200
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $130,941

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Software Developer IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,200	$13,433	$3,100	$78
Average	$150,810	$12,568	$2,900	$73
25th Percentile	$140,410	$11,701	$2,700	$68

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Key Factors That Influence Software Developer IV Salaries

A Software Developer IV'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Software Developer IV Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software Developer IV'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): $145,378
Early Career (1-2 years): $146,154
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $146,931
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $149,725
Expert (over 8 years): $154,998

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Software Developer IV	$145,378
Intermediate Level Software Developer IV	$146,154
Senior Level Software Developer IV	$146,931
Specialist Level Software Developer IV	$149,725
Expert Level Software Developer IV	$154,998

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How Do Software Developer IV Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Software Developer IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $164,880.
California: $164,260.
Massachusetts: $162,070.

District of Columbia $164,880 California $164,260 Massachusetts $162,070 Washington $161,470 New Jersey $161,410 Alaska $161,210 Connecticut $159,150 New York $158,320

Hawaii $155,650 Rhode Island $154,400 Maryland $153,550 Minnesota $152,390 Colorado $151,940 Illinois $151,790 Oregon $151,230 Delaware $150,810

New Hampshire $150,550 Virginia $149,960 Pennsylvania $148,250 Nevada $147,390 North Dakota $147,100 Michigan $146,660 Wisconsin $146,490 Vermont $146,170

Texas $145,260 Maine $145,200 Arizona $145,110 Ohio $145,000 Georgia $143,630 Indiana $142,950 Wyoming $142,810 Utah $142,610

Iowa $142,520 Kansas $141,800 Louisiana $141,590 North Carolina $141,520 Missouri $141,490 Florida $140,910 Montana $140,600 Nebraska $140,300

Kentucky $140,130 South Carolina $139,540 Tennessee $139,170 Idaho $139,020 New Mexico $137,930 Oklahoma $137,690 Alabama $136,810 South Dakota $135,340

Arkansas $134,530 West Virginia $134,100 Mississippi $132,810

Top Paying Cities for Software Developer IVs

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:

Lincoln: $156,080
Little Creek: $154,640
Magnolia: $155,280

Lincoln, DE $156,080 Little Creek, DE $154,640 Magnolia, DE $155,280 Milford, DE $156,080 Marydel, DE $154,060 Millsboro, DE $156,080 Millville, DE $157,130 Milton, DE $156,080

Nassau, DE $156,080 Ocean View, DE $157,130 Rehoboth Beach, DE $157,130 Seaford, DE $154,440 Selbyville, DE $157,130 Smyrna, DE $153,880 Viola, DE $155,280 Woodside, DE $154,830

Bear, DE $152,750 Newark, DE $152,810 Claymont, DE $152,930 Delaware City, DE $152,810 Hockessin, DE $152,930 Kirkwood, DE $152,810 Middletown, DE $153,570 Montchanin, DE $152,930

New Castle, DE $152,930 Odessa, DE $153,770 Port Penn, DE $152,390 Rockland, DE $152,930 Saint Georges, DE $152,810 Townsend, DE $153,550 Winterthur, DE $152,930 Lewes, DE $156,080

Wilmington, DE $152,930 Dover, DE $154,560 Dover Afb, DE $154,920 Bethany Beach, DE $157,130 Bethel, DE $154,440 Bridgeville, DE $156,080 Camden Wyoming, DE $154,730 Cheswold, DE $154,210

Clayton, DE $153,820 Dagsboro, DE $157,130 Delmar, DE $154,440 Ellendale, DE $156,080 Felton, DE $156,080 Fenwick Island, DE $157,130 Frankford, DE $157,130 Frederica, DE $156,080

Georgetown, DE $156,080 Greenwood, DE $156,080 Harbeson, DE $156,080 Harrington, DE $156,080 Hartly, DE $153,740 Houston, DE $156,080 Kenton, DE $153,820 Laurel, DE $154,440

Yorklyn, DE $152,930

Software Developer IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Software Developer IV'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.

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$140,410

Average $150,810/year

$161,200

$11,701

Average $12,568/month

$13,433

$2,700

Average $2,900/week

$3,100

$68

Average $73/hour

$78

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,200	$13,433	$3,100	$78
Average	$150,810	$12,568	$2,900	$73
25th Percentile	$140,410	$11,701	$2,700	$68

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