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

A Backend Developer V's salary grows with experience: starting around $148,256 for beginners, reaching about $149,474 at mid-level, and approach $152,605 for experts.

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

Backend Developer V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Backend Developer V roles are District of Columbia $167,226, California $166,592, Massachusetts $164,371. 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 Applications Developer V: $151,100; 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 V Salary in Delaware

How much does a Backend Developer V make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Backend Developer V in Delaware is $152,953 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $174,941
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $141,298 to $164,462
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $130,687

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Backend Developer V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$164,462	$13,705	$3,163	$79
Average	$152,953	$12,746	$2,941	$74
25th Percentile	$141,298	$11,775	$2,717	$68

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Key Factors That Influence Backend Developer V Salaries

A Backend Developer V'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 V Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Backend Developer V'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): $148,256
Early Career (1-2 years): $149,126
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $149,474
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $151,214
Expert (over 8 years): $152,605

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Backend Developer V	$148,256
Intermediate Level Backend Developer V	$149,126
Senior Level Backend Developer V	$149,474
Specialist Level Backend Developer V	$151,214
Expert Level Backend Developer V	$152,605

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

District of Columbia: $167,226.
California: $166,592.
Massachusetts: $164,371.

District of Columbia $167,226 California $166,592 Massachusetts $164,371 Washington $163,767 New Jersey $163,707 Alaska $163,495 Connecticut $161,411 New York $160,565

Hawaii $157,862 Rhode Island $156,593 Maryland $155,732 Minnesota $154,554 Colorado $154,101 Illinois $153,950 Oregon $153,376 Delaware $152,953

New Hampshire $152,687 Virginia $152,092 Pennsylvania $150,355 Nevada $149,479 North Dakota $149,192 Michigan $148,739 Wisconsin $148,573 Vermont $148,241

Texas $147,320 Maine $147,259 Arizona $147,169 Ohio $147,063 Georgia $145,673 Indiana $144,978 Wyoming $144,843 Utah $144,631

Iowa $144,540 Kansas $143,816 Louisiana $143,604 North Carolina $143,529 Missouri $143,498 Florida $142,909 Montana $142,592 Nebraska $142,290

Kentucky $142,124 South Carolina $141,520 Tennessee $141,142 Idaho $140,991 New Mexico $139,889 Oklahoma $139,647 Alabama $138,756 South Dakota $137,261

Arkansas $136,445 West Virginia $136,007 Mississippi $134,693

Top Paying Cities for Backend Developer Vs

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: $158,300
Little Creek: $156,835
Magnolia: $157,484

Lincoln, DE $158,300 Little Creek, DE $156,835 Magnolia, DE $157,484 Milford, DE $158,300 Marydel, DE $156,246 Millsboro, DE $158,300 Millville, DE $159,357 Milton, DE $158,300

Nassau, DE $158,300 Ocean View, DE $159,357 Rehoboth Beach, DE $159,357 Seaford, DE $156,638 Selbyville, DE $159,357 Smyrna, DE $156,064 Viola, DE $157,484 Woodside, DE $157,031

Bear, DE $154,917 Newark, DE $154,977 Claymont, DE $155,098 Delaware City, DE $154,977 Hockessin, DE $155,098 Kirkwood, DE $154,977 Middletown, DE $155,747 Montchanin, DE $155,098

New Castle, DE $155,098 Odessa, DE $155,959 Port Penn, DE $154,554 Rockland, DE $155,098 Saint Georges, DE $154,977 Townsend, DE $155,732 Winterthur, DE $155,098 Lewes, DE $158,300

Wilmington, DE $155,098 Dover, DE $156,759 Dover Afb, DE $157,122 Bethany Beach, DE $159,357 Bethel, DE $156,638 Bridgeville, DE $158,300 Camden Wyoming, DE $156,925 Cheswold, DE $156,397

Clayton, DE $156,004 Dagsboro, DE $159,357 Delmar, DE $156,638 Ellendale, DE $158,300 Felton, DE $158,300 Fenwick Island, DE $159,357 Frankford, DE $159,357 Frederica, DE $158,300

Georgetown, DE $158,300 Greenwood, DE $158,300 Harbeson, DE $158,300 Harrington, DE $158,300 Hartly, DE $155,929 Houston, DE $158,300 Kenton, DE $156,004 Laurel, DE $156,638

Yorklyn, DE $155,098

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

Understanding how a Backend Developer V'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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$141,298

Average $152,953/year

$164,462

$11,775

Average $12,746/month

$13,705

$2,717

Average $2,941/week

$3,163

$68

Average $74/hour

$79

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$164,462	$13,705	$3,163	$79
Average	$152,953	$12,746	$2,941	$74
25th Percentile	$141,298	$11,775	$2,717	$68

Backend Developer V Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Backend Developer V, 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 V Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Applications Programming Supervisor	$135,853	-11%
Software Architect VI	$224,632	47%
Backend Development Supervisor	$141,115	-8%
Mobile Applications Development Manager	$158,551	4%

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