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 's salary?

A Software Developer 's salary grows with experience: an Intermediate Software Engineer (2-4 years)earns $109,835, a Senior Software Engineer (4-7 years)earns $134,511, a Software Developer IV (7+ years)earns $155,626, a Software Developer V (7-10 years)earns $178,897, a Software Development Manager (10+ years)earns $177,194,

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 $164,860, California $164,240, Massachusetts $162,050. 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: $148,896; Backend Developer IV: $145,403; Full Stack Developer IV: $145,403; Systems Applications Developer IV: $143,200.

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Software Developer IV Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Software Developer IV make in Hawaii?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Developer IV in Hawaii is $155,630 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $75.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $175,518
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $144,640 to $166,040
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $134,634

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Software Developer IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$166,040	$13,837	$3,193	$80
Average	$155,630	$12,969	$2,993	$75
25th Percentile	$144,640	$12,053	$2,782	$70

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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 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:

Intermediate Software Engineer (2-4 years): $109,835
Senior Software Engineer (4-7 years): $134,511
Software Developer IV (7+ years): $155,626
Software Developer V (7-10 years): $178,897
Software Development Manager (10+ years): $177,194

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Intermediate Software Engineer	2-4 years	$109,835
Senior Software Engineer	4-7 years	$134,511
Software Developer IV	7+ years	$155,626
Software Developer V	7-10 years	$178,897
Software Development Manager	10+ years	$177,194

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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: $164,860.
California: $164,240.
Massachusetts: $162,050.

District of Columbia $164,860 California $164,240 Massachusetts $162,050 Washington $161,450 New Jersey $161,390 Alaska $161,180 Connecticut $159,130 New York $158,300

Hawaii $155,630 Rhode Island $154,380 Maryland $153,530 Minnesota $152,370 Colorado $151,920 Illinois $151,770 Oregon $151,210 Delaware $150,790

New Hampshire $150,530 Virginia $149,940 Pennsylvania $148,230 Nevada $147,370 North Dakota $147,080 Michigan $146,640 Wisconsin $146,470 Vermont $146,150

Texas $145,240 Maine $145,180 Arizona $145,090 Ohio $144,990 Georgia $143,620 Indiana $142,930 Wyoming $142,800 Utah $142,590

Iowa $142,500 Kansas $141,780 Louisiana $141,580 North Carolina $141,500 Missouri $141,470 Florida $140,890 Montana $140,580 Nebraska $140,280

Kentucky $140,120 South Carolina $139,520 Tennessee $139,150 Idaho $139,000 New Mexico $137,910 Oklahoma $137,670 Alabama $136,800 South Dakota $135,320

Arkansas $134,520 West Virginia $134,090 Mississippi $132,790

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:

Aiea: $154,790
Anahola: $152,760
Captain Cook: $152,610

Aiea, HI $154,790 Anahola, HI $152,760 Captain Cook, HI $152,610 Eleele, HI $153,070 Ewa Beach, HI $154,650 Kapolei, HI $154,530 Haiku, HI $152,870 Hakalau, HI $152,530

Haleiwa, HI $154,230 Hana, HI $152,510 Hanalei, HI $152,560 Hanamaulu, HI $152,870 Hanapepe, HI $153,060 Hauula, HI $154,470 Hawaii National Park, HI $152,710 Hawi, HI $152,960

Hilo, HI $152,850 Princeville, HI $152,840 Holualoa, HI $152,670 Honaunau, HI $152,400 Honokaa, HI $152,600 Honomu, HI $152,840 Hoolehua, HI $152,400 Kaaawa, HI $154,520

Kahuku, HI $154,190 Kahului, HI $153,220 Kailua, HI $154,740 Ocean View, HI $152,790 Waikoloa, HI $152,780 Keauhou, HI $152,670 Kailua Kona, HI $152,850 Kalaheo, HI $152,890

Kalaupapa, HI $152,260 Kamuela, HI $152,680 Kaneohe, HI $154,710 Kapaa, HI $153,050 Kaumakani, HI $153,130 Kaunakakai, HI $152,580 Keaau, HI $152,960 Kealakekua, HI $152,880

Kealia, HI $152,930 Kekaha, HI $152,780 Kihei, HI $153,070 Kilauea, HI $152,840 Kapaau, HI $152,720 Koloa, HI $152,910 Kualapuu, HI $152,540 Kunia, HI $154,480

Kurtistown, HI $152,880 Lahaina, HI $152,910 Laie, HI $154,320 Lanai City, HI $152,540 Laupahoehoe, HI $152,920 Lawai, HI $153,130 Lihue, HI $152,870 Makawao, HI $152,990

Makaweli, HI $152,530 Maunaloa, HI $152,170 Mountain View, HI $152,800 Naalehu, HI $152,490 Ninole, HI $152,390 Ookala, HI $152,440 Paauilo, HI $152,620 Pahala, HI $152,530

Pahoa, HI $152,740 Paia, HI $152,920 Papaaloa, HI $152,950 Papaikou, HI $152,630 Pearl City, HI $154,680 Pepeekeo, HI $152,920 Puunene, HI $153,220 Volcano, HI $152,710

Wahiawa, HI $154,410 Pukalani, HI $152,990 Mililani, HI $154,600 Kula, HI $152,670 Waialua, HI $154,150 Waianae, HI $154,290 Wailuku, HI $152,990 Waimanalo, HI $154,710

Waimea, HI $153,120 Waipahu, HI $154,610 Honolulu, HI $154,840 J B P H H, HI $154,820 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $154,500 Schofield Barracks, HI $154,450 Fort Shafter, HI $154,840 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $154,840

Camp H M Smith, HI $154,810 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $154,660 Wake Island, HI $154,840

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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$144,640

Average $155,630/year

$166,040

$12,053

Average $12,969/month

$13,837

$2,782

Average $2,993/week

$3,193

$70

Average $75/hour

$80

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$166,040	$13,837	$3,193	$80
Average	$155,630	$12,969	$2,993	$75
25th Percentile	$144,640	$12,053	$2,782	$70

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For a Software Developer IV, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Software Developer V role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $178,900 - a projected growth of 15% over your current level.

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