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: a Backend Developer V (7-10 years)earns $152,946, a Backend Development Supervisor (10+ years)earns $141,114, a Backend Development Manager (10+ years)earns $154,657, a Backend Development Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $185,589, a Backend Development Director (10+ years)earns $201,732,

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 $169,088, California $168,447, Massachusetts $166,202. 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: $199,202; Backend Development Senior Manager: $183,262; Backend Applications Developer Manager: $152,800; Backend Software Engineering Manager: $152,720; Backend Developer V: $151,028.

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Backend Development Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Backend Development Manager make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Backend Development Manager in Delaware is $154,657 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): $177,358
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $140,079 to $166,540
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $126,806

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Backend Development Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$166,540	$13,878	$3,203	$80
Average	$154,657	$12,888	$2,974	$74
25th Percentile	$140,079	$11,673	$2,694	$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:

Backend Developer V (7-10 years): $152,946
Backend Development Supervisor (10+ years): $141,114
Backend Development Manager (10+ years): $154,657
Backend Development Senior Manager (10+ years): $185,589
Backend Development Director (10+ years): $201,732

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Backend Developer V	7-10 years	$152,946
Backend Development Supervisor	10+ years	$141,114
Backend Development Manager	10+ years	$154,657
Backend Development Senior Manager	10+ years	$185,589
Backend Development Director	10+ years	$201,732

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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: $169,088.
California: $168,447.
Massachusetts: $166,202.

District of Columbia $169,088 California $168,447 Massachusetts $166,202 Washington $165,591 New Jersey $165,530 Alaska $165,316 Connecticut $163,209 New York $162,353

Hawaii $159,620 Rhode Island $158,337 Maryland $157,466 Minnesota $156,275 Colorado $155,817 Illinois $155,664 Oregon $155,084 Delaware $154,657

New Hampshire $154,388 Virginia $153,786 Pennsylvania $152,030 Nevada $151,144 North Dakota $150,854 Michigan $150,396 Wisconsin $150,228 Vermont $149,892

Texas $148,960 Maine $148,899 Arizona $148,807 Ohio $148,701 Georgia $147,296 Indiana $146,593 Wyoming $146,456 Utah $146,242

Iowa $146,150 Kansas $145,417 Louisiana $145,203 North Carolina $145,127 Missouri $145,096 Florida $144,501 Montana $144,180 Nebraska $143,875

Kentucky $143,707 South Carolina $143,096 Tennessee $142,714 Idaho $142,561 New Mexico $141,446 Oklahoma $141,202 Alabama $140,301 South Dakota $138,789

Arkansas $137,965 West Virginia $137,522 Mississippi $136,193

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: $160,063
Little Creek: $158,581
Magnolia: $159,238

Lincoln, DE $160,063 Little Creek, DE $158,581 Magnolia, DE $159,238 Milford, DE $160,063 Marydel, DE $157,986 Millsboro, DE $160,063 Millville, DE $161,132 Milton, DE $160,063

Nassau, DE $160,063 Ocean View, DE $161,132 Rehoboth Beach, DE $161,132 Seaford, DE $158,383 Selbyville, DE $161,132 Smyrna, DE $157,802 Viola, DE $159,238 Woodside, DE $158,780

Bear, DE $156,642 Newark, DE $156,703 Claymont, DE $156,825 Delaware City, DE $156,703 Hockessin, DE $156,825 Kirkwood, DE $156,703 Middletown, DE $157,482 Montchanin, DE $156,825

New Castle, DE $156,825 Odessa, DE $157,696 Port Penn, DE $156,275 Rockland, DE $156,825 Saint Georges, DE $156,703 Townsend, DE $157,466 Winterthur, DE $156,825 Lewes, DE $160,063

Wilmington, DE $156,825 Dover, DE $158,505 Dover Afb, DE $158,871 Bethany Beach, DE $161,132 Bethel, DE $158,383 Bridgeville, DE $160,063 Camden Wyoming, DE $158,673 Cheswold, DE $158,138

Clayton, DE $157,741 Dagsboro, DE $161,132 Delmar, DE $158,383 Ellendale, DE $160,063 Felton, DE $160,063 Fenwick Island, DE $161,132 Frankford, DE $161,132 Frederica, DE $160,063

Georgetown, DE $160,063 Greenwood, DE $160,063 Harbeson, DE $160,063 Harrington, DE $160,063 Hartly, DE $157,665 Houston, DE $160,063 Kenton, DE $157,741 Laurel, DE $158,383

Yorklyn, DE $156,825

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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$140,079

Average $154,657/year

$166,540

$11,673

Average $12,888/month

$13,878

$2,694

Average $2,974/week

$3,203

$67

Average $74/hour

$80

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$166,540	$13,878	$3,203	$80
Average	$154,657	$12,888	$2,974	$74
25th Percentile	$140,079	$11,673	$2,694	$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	$179,066	16%
Software Architect Senior Manager	$179,066	16%
Backend Development Senior Manager	$185,589	20%

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