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 I's salary?

A Backend Developer I's salary grows with experience: starting around $82,613 for beginners, reaching about $84,614 at mid-level, and approach $85,103 for experts.

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 $90,695, California $90,351, Massachusetts $89,147. 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: $151,035; Backend Developer IV: $145,369; Backend Developer III: $125,127; Lead Backend Developer: $111,983; Frontend And Backend Developer: $108,443.

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Backend Developer I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Backend Developer I make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Backend Developer I in Delaware is $82,954 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): $95,454
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $78,377 to $89,497
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,209

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Backend Developer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,497	$7,458	$1,721	$43
Average	$82,954	$6,913	$1,595	$40
25th Percentile	$78,377	$6,531	$1,507	$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 I 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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $82,613
Early Career (1-2 years): $83,150
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $84,614
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $84,907
Expert (over 8 years): $85,103

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Backend Developer I	$82,613
Intermediate Level Backend Developer I	$83,150
Senior Level Backend Developer I	$84,614
Specialist Level Backend Developer I	$84,907
Expert Level Backend Developer I	$85,103

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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: $90,695.
California: $90,351.
Massachusetts: $89,147.

District of Columbia $90,695 California $90,351 Massachusetts $89,147 Washington $88,819 New Jersey $88,787 Alaska $88,672 Connecticut $87,541 New York $87,083

Hawaii $85,617 Rhode Island $84,928 Maryland $84,462 Minnesota $83,823 Colorado $83,577 Illinois $83,495 Oregon $83,184 Delaware $82,954

New Hampshire $82,810 Virginia $82,487 Pennsylvania $81,545 Nevada $81,070 North Dakota $80,915 Michigan $80,669 Wisconsin $80,579 Vermont $80,399

Texas $79,899 Maine $79,866 Arizona $79,817 Ohio $79,760 Georgia $79,006 Indiana $78,629 Wyoming $78,556 Utah $78,441

Iowa $78,392 Kansas $77,999 Louisiana $77,884 North Carolina $77,843 Missouri $77,826 Florida $77,507 Montana $77,335 Nebraska $77,171

Kentucky $77,081 South Carolina $76,753 Tennessee $76,549 Idaho $76,467 New Mexico $75,869 Oklahoma $75,738 Alabama $75,254 South Dakota $74,443

Arkansas $74,001 West Virginia $73,764 Mississippi $73,051

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: $85,854
Little Creek: $85,059
Magnolia: $85,412

Lincoln, DE $85,854 Little Creek, DE $85,059 Magnolia, DE $85,412 Milford, DE $85,854 Marydel, DE $84,740 Millsboro, DE $85,854 Millville, DE $86,427 Milton, DE $85,854

Nassau, DE $85,854 Ocean View, DE $86,427 Rehoboth Beach, DE $86,427 Seaford, DE $84,953 Selbyville, DE $86,427 Smyrna, DE $84,642 Viola, DE $85,412 Woodside, DE $85,166

Bear, DE $84,019 Newark, DE $84,052 Claymont, DE $84,117 Delaware City, DE $84,052 Hockessin, DE $84,117 Kirkwood, DE $84,052 Middletown, DE $84,470 Montchanin, DE $84,117

New Castle, DE $84,117 Odessa, DE $84,584 Port Penn, DE $83,823 Rockland, DE $84,117 Saint Georges, DE $84,052 Townsend, DE $84,462 Winterthur, DE $84,117 Lewes, DE $85,854

Wilmington, DE $84,117 Dover, DE $85,019 Dover Afb, DE $85,215 Bethany Beach, DE $86,427 Bethel, DE $84,953 Bridgeville, DE $85,854 Camden Wyoming, DE $85,109 Cheswold, DE $84,822

Clayton, DE $84,609 Dagsboro, DE $86,427 Delmar, DE $84,953 Ellendale, DE $85,854 Felton, DE $85,854 Fenwick Island, DE $86,427 Frankford, DE $86,427 Frederica, DE $85,854

Georgetown, DE $85,854 Greenwood, DE $85,854 Harbeson, DE $85,854 Harrington, DE $85,854 Hartly, DE $84,568 Houston, DE $85,854 Kenton, DE $84,609 Laurel, DE $84,953

Yorklyn, DE $84,117

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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$78,377

Average $82,954/year

$89,497

$6,531

Average $6,913/month

$7,458

$1,507

Average $1,595/week

$1,721

$38

Average $40/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,497	$7,458	$1,721	$43
Average	$82,954	$6,913	$1,595	$40
25th Percentile	$78,377	$6,531	$1,507	$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
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Applications Programmer II	$96,488	16%
Software Architect II	$95,694	15%
Backend Developer II	$106,116	28%
Full Stack Developer II	$107,089	29%

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