What are the main factors that influence a Backend Developer I's salary?

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

How does experience change A Backend Developer 's salary?

A Backend Developer 's salary grows with experience: a Backend Developer I (0-2 years)earns $82,980, a Backend Developer II (2-4 years)earns $106,116, a Backend Developer III (4-7 years)earns $126,716, a Backend Developer IV (7+ years)earns $147,235, a Backend Developer V (7-10 years)earns $152,944,

What are the highest paying states for a Backend Developer I?

Backend Developer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Backend Developer I roles are District of Columbia $90,723, California $90,379, Massachusetts $89,174. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Backend Developer roles make?

Salaries for Backend Developer level roles vary by specialization: Backend Developer V: $151,026; Backend Developer IV: $145,389; Backend Developer III: $125,127; Lead Backend Developer: $111,956; Frontend And Backend Developer: $108,445.

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Backend Developer I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Backend Developer I make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Backend Developer I in Delaware is $82,980 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $95,489
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $78,428 to $89,528
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,283

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Backend Developer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,528	$7,461	$1,722	$43
Average	$82,980	$6,915	$1,596	$40
25th Percentile	$78,428	$6,536	$1,508	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Backend Developer I Salaries

A Backend Developer I'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 Backend Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Backend Developer I'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:

Backend Developer I (0-2 years): $82,980
Backend Developer II (2-4 years): $106,116
Backend Developer III (4-7 years): $126,716
Backend Developer IV (7+ years): $147,235
Backend Developer V (7-10 years): $152,944

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Backend Developer I	0-2 years	$82,980
Backend Developer II	2-4 years	$106,116
Backend Developer III	4-7 years	$126,716
Backend Developer IV	7+ years	$147,235
Backend Developer V	7-10 years	$152,944

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How Do Backend Developer I 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 Backend Developer Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $90,723.
California: $90,379.
Massachusetts: $89,174.

District of Columbia $90,723 California $90,379 Massachusetts $89,174 Washington $88,846 New Jersey $88,814 Alaska $88,699 Connecticut $87,568 New York $87,109

Hawaii $85,643 Rhode Island $84,954 Maryland $84,487 Minnesota $83,848 Colorado $83,602 Illinois $83,520 Oregon $83,209 Delaware $82,980

New Hampshire $82,835 Virginia $82,513 Pennsylvania $81,570 Nevada $81,095 North Dakota $80,939 Michigan $80,694 Wisconsin $80,603 Vermont $80,423

Texas $79,923 Maine $79,891 Arizona $79,841 Ohio $79,784 Georgia $79,030 Indiana $78,653 Wyoming $78,580 Utah $78,465

Iowa $78,416 Kansas $78,022 Louisiana $77,908 North Carolina $77,867 Missouri $77,850 Florida $77,531 Montana $77,359 Nebraska $77,195

Kentucky $77,105 South Carolina $76,777 Tennessee $76,572 Idaho $76,490 New Mexico $75,892 Oklahoma $75,761 Alabama $75,277 South Dakota $74,466

Arkansas $74,024 West Virginia $73,786 Mississippi $73,073

Top Paying Cities for Backend Developer Is

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: $85,880
Little Creek: $85,085
Magnolia: $85,438

Lincoln, DE $85,880 Little Creek, DE $85,085 Magnolia, DE $85,438 Milford, DE $85,880 Marydel, DE $84,766 Millsboro, DE $85,880 Millville, DE $86,454 Milton, DE $85,880

Nassau, DE $85,880 Ocean View, DE $86,454 Rehoboth Beach, DE $86,454 Seaford, DE $84,979 Selbyville, DE $86,454 Smyrna, DE $84,668 Viola, DE $85,438 Woodside, DE $85,192

Bear, DE $84,045 Newark, DE $84,078 Claymont, DE $84,143 Delaware City, DE $84,078 Hockessin, DE $84,143 Kirkwood, DE $84,078 Middletown, DE $84,495 Montchanin, DE $84,143

New Castle, DE $84,143 Odessa, DE $84,610 Port Penn, DE $83,848 Rockland, DE $84,143 Saint Georges, DE $84,078 Townsend, DE $84,487 Winterthur, DE $84,143 Lewes, DE $85,880

Wilmington, DE $84,143 Dover, DE $85,044 Dover Afb, DE $85,241 Bethany Beach, DE $86,454 Bethel, DE $84,979 Bridgeville, DE $85,880 Camden Wyoming, DE $85,135 Cheswold, DE $84,848

Clayton, DE $84,635 Dagsboro, DE $86,454 Delmar, DE $84,979 Ellendale, DE $85,880 Felton, DE $85,880 Fenwick Island, DE $86,454 Frankford, DE $86,454 Frederica, DE $85,880

Georgetown, DE $85,880 Greenwood, DE $85,880 Harbeson, DE $85,880 Harrington, DE $85,880 Hartly, DE $84,594 Houston, DE $85,880 Kenton, DE $84,635 Laurel, DE $84,979

Yorklyn, DE $84,143

Backend Developer I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Backend Developer I'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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$78,428

Average $82,980/year

$89,528

$6,536

Average $6,915/month

$7,461

$1,508

Average $1,596/week

$1,722

$38

Average $40/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,528	$7,461	$1,722	$43
Average	$82,980	$6,915	$1,596	$40
25th Percentile	$78,428	$6,536	$1,508	$38

Backend Developer I Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Backend Developer I, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Backend Developer I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Applications Programmer II	$96,461	16%
Software Architect II	$95,664	15%
Backend Developer II	$106,116	28%
Full Stack Developer II	$107,092	29%

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