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Hourly Wage for Systems Applications Developer IV Salary in the United States

How much does a Systems Applications Developer IV make hourly?

As of August 01, 2026, the average hourly rate for a Systems Applications Developer IV in the United States is $69, which translates to an annual salary of about $143,200.

However, the hourly wage can vary significantly based on several factors. Here’s a detailed look at the typical pay range per hour:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $76 per hour
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66 to $73 per hour
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63 per hour
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Systems Applications Developer IV Salaries by Percentile

Annual
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Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $151,200 $12,600 $2,908 $73
Average $143,200 $11,933 $2,754 $69
25th Percentile $136,700 $11,392 $2,629 $66
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Key Factors That Influence Systems Applications Developer IV Salaries

A Systems Applications 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 Systems Applications Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Systems Applications 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 Systems Developer (2-4 years): $109,710
  • Senior Software Systems Developer (4-7 years): $128,725
  • Systems Applications Developer IV (7+ years): $143,177
  • Systems Applications Developer V (7-10 years): $165,968
  • Systems Applications Developer VI (10-12 years): $191,614
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Intermediate Software Systems Developer2-4 years$109,710
Senior Software Systems Developer4-7 years$128,725
Systems Applications Developer IV7+ years$143,177
Systems Applications Developer V7-10 years$165,968
Systems Applications Developer VI10-12 years$191,614
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Top Paying Cities for Systems Applications 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:

  • San Jose: $180,600
  • San Francisco: $178,700
  • Oakland: $174,900

Systems Applications Developer IV Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Systems Applications Developer IV salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $160,304. While startup companies pay approximate $135,614.

Systems Applications Developer IV Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$135,614
Growth Stage51~500$143,427
Established501~5000$154,802
Enterprise5000+$160,304

Systems Applications Developer IV Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Systems Applications Developer IV roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 90% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Systems Applications Developer positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Systems Applications Developer IV as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Systems Applications Developer IV

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$200,480$96.040%
Financial Services$186,160$90.030%
Biotechnology$179,000$86.025%
Internet$171,840$83.020%
Energy & Utilities$164,680$79.015%

Systems Applications Developer IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Systems Applications 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

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FAQ about Systems Applications Developer IV

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Systems Applications Developer IV?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Systems Applications Developer IV roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

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