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

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

How does experience change a Java Developer's salary?

A Java Developer's salary grows with experience: starting around $103,928 for beginners, reaching about $107,977 at mid-level, and approach $111,851 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Java Developer?

Java Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Java Developer roles are District of Columbia $117,347, California $116,901, Massachusetts $115,343. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Java Developer roles make?

Salaries for Java Developer level roles vary by specialization: Lead Java Developer: $128,230; Java Developer, Sr.: $128,225; Java Developer II: $108,499; Java Developer, Cloud: $108,446; Associate Java Developer: $107,966.

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Java Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Java Developer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Java Developer in Delaware is $107,331 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $123,861
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $96,968 to $115,984
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $87,533

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Java Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,984	$9,665	$2,230	$56
Average	$107,331	$8,944	$2,064	$52
25th Percentile	$96,968	$8,081	$1,865	$47

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Key Factors That Influence Java Developer Salaries

A Java Developer'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 Java Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Java Developer'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): $103,928
Early Career (1-2 years): $104,238
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $107,977
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $111,593
Expert (over 8 years): $111,851

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Java Developer	$103,928
Intermediate Level Java Developer	$104,238
Senior Level Java Developer	$107,977
Specialist Level Java Developer	$111,593
Expert Level Java Developer	$111,851

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How Do Java Developer 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 Java Developers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $117,347.
California: $116,901.
Massachusetts: $115,343.

District of Columbia $117,347 California $116,901 Massachusetts $115,343 Washington $114,920 New Jersey $114,877 Alaska $114,729 Connecticut $113,266 New York $112,673

Hawaii $110,776 Rhode Island $109,885 Maryland $109,281 Minnesota $108,454 Colorado $108,136 Illinois $108,031 Oregon $107,628 Delaware $107,331

New Hampshire $107,144 Virginia $106,727 Pennsylvania $105,508 Nevada $104,893 North Dakota $104,692 Michigan $104,374 Wisconsin $104,257 Vermont $104,024

Texas $103,378 Maine $103,335 Arizona $103,272 Ohio $103,198 Georgia $102,223 Indiana $101,735 Wyoming $101,640 Utah $101,491

Iowa $101,428 Kansas $100,919 Louisiana $100,771 North Carolina $100,718 Missouri $100,696 Florida $100,283 Montana $100,060 Nebraska $99,848

Kentucky $99,732 South Carolina $99,308 Tennessee $99,043 Idaho $98,937 New Mexico $98,163 Oklahoma $97,994 Alabama $97,368 South Dakota $96,319

Arkansas $95,747 West Virginia $95,439 Mississippi $94,517

Top Paying Cities for Java Developers

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: $111,083
Little Creek: $110,055
Magnolia: $110,511

Lincoln, DE $111,083 Little Creek, DE $110,055 Magnolia, DE $110,511 Milford, DE $111,083 Marydel, DE $109,641 Millsboro, DE $111,083 Millville, DE $111,825 Milton, DE $111,083

Nassau, DE $111,083 Ocean View, DE $111,825 Rehoboth Beach, DE $111,825 Seaford, DE $109,917 Selbyville, DE $111,825 Smyrna, DE $109,514 Viola, DE $110,511 Woodside, DE $110,193

Bear, DE $108,709 Newark, DE $108,751 Claymont, DE $108,836 Delaware City, DE $108,751 Hockessin, DE $108,836 Kirkwood, DE $108,751 Middletown, DE $109,292 Montchanin, DE $108,836

New Castle, DE $108,836 Odessa, DE $109,440 Port Penn, DE $108,454 Rockland, DE $108,836 Saint Georges, DE $108,751 Townsend, DE $109,281 Winterthur, DE $108,836 Lewes, DE $111,083

Wilmington, DE $108,836 Dover, DE $110,002 Dover Afb, DE $110,256 Bethany Beach, DE $111,825 Bethel, DE $109,917 Bridgeville, DE $111,083 Camden Wyoming, DE $110,118 Cheswold, DE $109,747

Clayton, DE $109,472 Dagsboro, DE $111,825 Delmar, DE $109,917 Ellendale, DE $111,083 Felton, DE $111,083 Fenwick Island, DE $111,825 Frankford, DE $111,825 Frederica, DE $111,083

Georgetown, DE $111,083 Greenwood, DE $111,083 Harbeson, DE $111,083 Harrington, DE $111,083 Hartly, DE $109,419 Houston, DE $111,083 Kenton, DE $109,472 Laurel, DE $109,917

Yorklyn, DE $108,836

Java Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Java Developer'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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$96,968

Average $107,331/year

$115,984

$8,081

Average $8,944/month

$9,665

$1,865

Average $2,064/week

$2,230

$47

Average $52/hour

$56

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,984	$9,665	$2,230	$56
Average	$107,331	$8,944	$2,064	$52
25th Percentile	$96,968	$8,081	$1,865	$47

Java Developer Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Java Developer, 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.

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Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Applications Programmer III	$124,106	16%
Software Architect III	$130,287	21%
Backend Developer III	$126,716	18%
Full Stack Developer III	$130,015	21%

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