What are the main factors that influence a Backend Development Manager'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 Development Manager's salary?

A Backend Development Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $148,917 for beginners, reaching about $151,903 at mid-level, and approach $159,390 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Backend Development Manager?

Backend Development Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Backend Development Manager roles are District of Columbia $169,090, California $168,449, Massachusetts $166,204. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Backend Development Manager roles make?

Salaries for Backend Development Manager level roles vary by specialization: Backend Development Director: $199,205; Backend Development Senior Manager: $183,272; Backend Applications Developer Manager: $152,800; Backend Software Engineering Manager: $152,720; Backend Developer V: $151,035.

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Backend Development Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Backend Development Manager make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Backend Development Manager in Delaware is $154,659 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $190,282
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $139,272 to $173,305
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $125,263

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Backend Development Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$173,305	$14,442	$3,333	$83
Average	$154,659	$12,888	$2,974	$74
25th Percentile	$139,272	$11,606	$2,678	$67

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Key Factors That Influence Backend Development Manager Salaries

A Backend Development Manager'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 Development Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Backend Development Manager'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): $148,917
Early Career (1-2 years): $149,606
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $151,903
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $154,659
Expert (over 8 years): $159,390

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Backend Development Manager	$148,917
Intermediate Level Backend Development Manager	$149,606
Senior Level Backend Development Manager	$151,903
Specialist Level Backend Development Manager	$154,659
Expert Level Backend Development Manager	$159,390

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How Do Backend Development Manager 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 Development Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $169,090.
California: $168,449.
Massachusetts: $166,204.

District of Columbia $169,090 California $168,449 Massachusetts $166,204 Washington $165,593 New Jersey $165,532 Alaska $165,318 Connecticut $163,211 New York $162,356

Hawaii $159,622 Rhode Island $158,339 Maryland $157,469 Minnesota $156,277 Colorado $155,819 Illinois $155,666 Oregon $155,086 Delaware $154,659

New Hampshire $154,390 Virginia $153,788 Pennsylvania $152,032 Nevada $151,146 North Dakota $150,856 Michigan $150,398 Wisconsin $150,230 Vermont $149,894

Texas $148,962 Maine $148,901 Arizona $148,809 Ohio $148,702 Georgia $147,297 Indiana $146,595 Wyoming $146,458 Utah $146,244

Iowa $146,152 Kansas $145,419 Louisiana $145,205 North Carolina $145,129 Missouri $145,098 Florida $144,503 Montana $144,182 Nebraska $143,877

Kentucky $143,709 South Carolina $143,098 Tennessee $142,716 Idaho $142,563 New Mexico $141,448 Oklahoma $141,204 Alabama $140,303 South Dakota $138,791

Arkansas $137,966 West Virginia $137,523 Mississippi $136,195

Top Paying Cities for Backend Development Managers

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: $160,065
Little Creek: $158,583
Magnolia: $159,240

Lincoln, DE $160,065 Little Creek, DE $158,583 Magnolia, DE $159,240 Milford, DE $160,065 Marydel, DE $157,988 Millsboro, DE $160,065 Millville, DE $161,134 Milton, DE $160,065

Nassau, DE $160,065 Ocean View, DE $161,134 Rehoboth Beach, DE $161,134 Seaford, DE $158,385 Selbyville, DE $161,134 Smyrna, DE $157,805 Viola, DE $159,240 Woodside, DE $158,782

Bear, DE $156,644 Newark, DE $156,705 Claymont, DE $156,827 Delaware City, DE $156,705 Hockessin, DE $156,827 Kirkwood, DE $156,705 Middletown, DE $157,484 Montchanin, DE $156,827

New Castle, DE $156,827 Odessa, DE $157,698 Port Penn, DE $156,277 Rockland, DE $156,827 Saint Georges, DE $156,705 Townsend, DE $157,469 Winterthur, DE $156,827 Lewes, DE $160,065

Wilmington, DE $156,827 Dover, DE $158,507 Dover Afb, DE $158,874 Bethany Beach, DE $161,134 Bethel, DE $158,385 Bridgeville, DE $160,065 Camden Wyoming, DE $158,675 Cheswold, DE $158,141

Clayton, DE $157,743 Dagsboro, DE $161,134 Delmar, DE $158,385 Ellendale, DE $160,065 Felton, DE $160,065 Fenwick Island, DE $161,134 Frankford, DE $161,134 Frederica, DE $160,065

Georgetown, DE $160,065 Greenwood, DE $160,065 Harbeson, DE $160,065 Harrington, DE $160,065 Hartly, DE $157,667 Houston, DE $160,065 Kenton, DE $157,743 Laurel, DE $158,385

Yorklyn, DE $156,827

Backend Development Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Backend Development Manager'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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$139,272

Average $154,659/year

$173,305

$11,606

Average $12,888/month

$14,442

$2,678

Average $2,974/week

$3,333

$67

Average $74/hour

$83

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$173,305	$14,442	$3,333	$83
Average	$154,659	$12,888	$2,974	$74
25th Percentile	$139,272	$11,606	$2,678	$67

Backend Development Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Backend Development Manager, 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 Development Manager Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Applications Programming Senior Manager	$179,067	16%
Software Architect Senior Manager	$179,067	16%
Backend Development Senior Manager	$185,600	20%

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