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

A Hardware Developer's salary grows with experience: starting around $112,994 for beginners, reaching about $114,892 at mid-level, and approach $122,672 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Hardware Developer?

Hardware Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Hardware Developer roles are District of Columbia $125,613, California $125,136, Massachusetts $123,469. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Hardware Developer roles make?

Salaries for Hardware Developer level roles vary by specialization: Hardware Manager: $160,066; Hardware Specialist: $135,997; Hardware Architect: $118,011; Hardware Technician: $115,826; Hardware Designer: $83,330.

Hardware Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Hardware Developer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Hardware Developer in Delaware is $114,892 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $133,008
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $105,779 to $124,375
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $97,481

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Hardware Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$124,375	$10,365	$2,392	$60
Average	$114,892	$9,574	$2,209	$55
25th Percentile	$105,779	$8,815	$2,034	$51

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Key Factors That Influence Hardware Developer Salaries

A Hardware 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 Hardware Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Hardware 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): $112,994
Early Career (1-2 years): $113,627
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $114,892
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $120,660
Expert (over 8 years): $122,672

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Hardware Developer	$112,994
Intermediate Level Hardware Developer	$113,627
Senior Level Hardware Developer	$114,892
Specialist Level Hardware Developer	$120,660
Expert Level Hardware Developer	$122,672

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

District of Columbia: $125,613.
California: $125,136.
Massachusetts: $123,469.

District of Columbia $125,613 California $125,136 Massachusetts $123,469 Washington $123,015 New Jersey $122,970 Alaska $122,811 Connecticut $121,245 New York $120,610

Hawaii $118,579 Rhode Island $117,626 Maryland $116,979 Minnesota $116,094 Colorado $115,754 Illinois $115,641 Oregon $115,209 Delaware $114,892

New Hampshire $114,692 Virginia $114,245 Pennsylvania $112,940 Nevada $112,282 North Dakota $112,067 Michigan $111,727 Wisconsin $111,602 Vermont $111,352

Texas $110,660 Maine $110,615 Arizona $110,547 Ohio $110,467 Georgia $109,423 Indiana $108,902 Wyoming $108,800 Utah $108,641

Iowa $108,573 Kansas $108,028 Louisiana $107,869 North Carolina $107,812 Missouri $107,790 Florida $107,347 Montana $107,109 Nebraska $106,882

Kentucky $106,757 South Carolina $106,304 Tennessee $106,020 Idaho $105,907 New Mexico $105,078 Oklahoma $104,897 Alabama $104,227 South Dakota $103,104

Arkansas $102,492 West Virginia $102,163 Mississippi $101,176

Top Paying Cities for Hardware 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: $118,908
Little Creek: $117,808
Magnolia: $118,295

Lincoln, DE $118,908 Little Creek, DE $117,808 Magnolia, DE $118,295 Milford, DE $118,908 Marydel, DE $117,365 Millsboro, DE $118,908 Millville, DE $119,702 Milton, DE $118,908

Nassau, DE $118,908 Ocean View, DE $119,702 Rehoboth Beach, DE $119,702 Seaford, DE $117,660 Selbyville, DE $119,702 Smyrna, DE $117,229 Viola, DE $118,295 Woodside, DE $117,955

Bear, DE $116,367 Newark, DE $116,412 Claymont, DE $116,503 Delaware City, DE $116,412 Hockessin, DE $116,503 Kirkwood, DE $116,412 Middletown, DE $116,991 Montchanin, DE $116,503

New Castle, DE $116,503 Odessa, DE $117,150 Port Penn, DE $116,094 Rockland, DE $116,503 Saint Georges, DE $116,412 Townsend, DE $116,979 Winterthur, DE $116,503 Lewes, DE $118,908

Wilmington, DE $116,503 Dover, DE $117,751 Dover Afb, DE $118,023 Bethany Beach, DE $119,702 Bethel, DE $117,660 Bridgeville, DE $118,908 Camden Wyoming, DE $117,876 Cheswold, DE $117,479

Clayton, DE $117,184 Dagsboro, DE $119,702 Delmar, DE $117,660 Ellendale, DE $118,908 Felton, DE $118,908 Fenwick Island, DE $119,702 Frankford, DE $119,702 Frederica, DE $118,908

Georgetown, DE $118,908 Greenwood, DE $118,908 Harbeson, DE $118,908 Harrington, DE $118,908 Hartly, DE $117,127 Houston, DE $118,908 Kenton, DE $117,184 Laurel, DE $117,660

Yorklyn, DE $116,503

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

Understanding how a Hardware 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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$105,779

Average $114,892/year

$124,375

$8,815

Average $9,574/month

$10,365

$2,034

Average $2,209/week

$2,392

$51

Average $55/hour

$60

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$124,375	$10,365	$2,392	$60
Average	$114,892	$9,574	$2,209	$55
25th Percentile	$105,779	$8,815	$2,034	$51

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