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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Junior Game Developer?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Junior Game Developer roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

How does experience change A Junior Game Developer's salary?

A Junior Game Developer's salary grows with experience: a Junior Game Developer (0-2 years)earns $73,701, a Field Service Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $90,473, a Field Service Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $105,924, a Field Service Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $125,270, a Field Service Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $145,494,

What are the highest paying states for a Junior Game Developer?

Junior Game Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Junior Game Developer roles are District of Columbia $79,004, California $78,705, Massachusetts $77,656. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Junior Game Developer roles make?

Salaries for Junior Game Developer level roles vary by specialization: Senior Game Developer: $114,316; Remedy Game Developer: $111,031; Mobile Game Developer: $107,897; Lead Game Developer: $107,839; Unity Game Developer: $94,765.

Junior Game Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Junior Game Developer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Junior Game Developer in Delaware is $72,261 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $87,019
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $65,349 to $79,986
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $59,057

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Junior Game Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$79,986	$6,665	$1,538	$38
Average	$72,261	$6,022	$1,390	$35
25th Percentile	$65,349	$5,446	$1,257	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Junior Game Developer Salaries

A Junior Game 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 Junior Game Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Junior Game 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): $73,701
Early Career (1-2 years): $90,473
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,924
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $125,270
Expert (over 8 years): $145,494

Levels	Salary
Junior Ga... Level Junior Game Developer	$73,701
Field Ser... Level Junior Game Developer	$90,473
Field Ser... Level Junior Game Developer	$105,924
Field Ser... Level Junior Game Developer	$125,270
Field Ser... Level Junior Game Developer	$145,494

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

District of Columbia: $79,004.
California: $78,705.
Massachusetts: $77,656.

District of Columbia $79,004 California $78,705 Massachusetts $77,656 Washington $77,370 New Jersey $77,342 Alaska $77,242 Connecticut $76,257 New York $75,858

Hawaii $74,580 Rhode Island $73,981 Maryland $73,574 Minnesota $73,018 Colorado $72,804 Illinois $72,732 Oregon $72,461 Delaware $72,261

New Hampshire $72,136 Virginia $71,855 Pennsylvania $71,034 Nevada $70,620 North Dakota $70,485 Michigan $70,271 Wisconsin $70,192 Vermont $70,035

Texas $69,600 Maine $69,571 Arizona $69,528 Ohio $69,478 Georgia $68,822 Indiana $68,494 Wyoming $68,430 Utah $68,330

Iowa $68,287 Kansas $67,944 Louisiana $67,844 North Carolina $67,809 Missouri $67,794 Florida $67,516 Montana $67,366 Nebraska $67,224

Kentucky $67,145 South Carolina $66,860 Tennessee $66,681 Idaho $66,610 New Mexico $66,089 Oklahoma $65,975 Alabama $65,554 South Dakota $64,848

Arkansas $64,462 West Virginia $64,255 Mississippi $63,634

Top Paying Cities for Junior Game 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: $71,936
Little Creek: $72,463
Magnolia: $72,358

Lincoln, DE $71,936 Little Creek, DE $72,463 Magnolia, DE $72,358 Milford, DE $72,119 Marydel, DE $72,237 Millsboro, DE $71,634 Millville, DE $71,745 Milton, DE $71,869

Nassau, DE $71,921 Ocean View, DE $71,733 Rehoboth Beach, DE $71,870 Seaford, DE $71,911 Selbyville, DE $71,613 Smyrna, DE $72,512 Viola, DE $72,179 Woodside, DE $72,373

Bear, DE $72,206 Newark, DE $72,179 Claymont, DE $72,326 Delaware City, DE $72,251 Hockessin, DE $72,172 Kirkwood, DE $72,237 Middletown, DE $72,265 Montchanin, DE $72,189

New Castle, DE $72,199 Odessa, DE $72,301 Port Penn, DE $72,349 Rockland, DE $72,196 Saint Georges, DE $72,242 Townsend, DE $72,353 Winterthur, DE $72,204 Lewes, DE $71,897

Wilmington, DE $72,176 Dover, DE $72,463 Dover Afb, DE $72,081 Bethany Beach, DE $71,657 Bethel, DE $71,731 Bridgeville, DE $71,900 Camden Wyoming, DE $72,258 Cheswold, DE $72,439

Clayton, DE $72,441 Dagsboro, DE $71,607 Delmar, DE $71,492 Ellendale, DE $71,709 Felton, DE $72,113 Fenwick Island, DE $71,623 Frankford, DE $71,498 Frederica, DE $72,184

Georgetown, DE $71,580 Greenwood, DE $71,912 Harbeson, DE $71,656 Harrington, DE $72,022 Hartly, DE $72,246 Houston, DE $71,919 Kenton, DE $72,445 Laurel, DE $71,537

Yorklyn, DE $72,194

Junior Game Developer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Junior Game Developer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Junior Game Developer positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Junior Game Developer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Junior Game Developer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$97,553	$47.0	35%
Aerospace & Defense	$93,940	$45.0	30%
Energy & Utilities	$90,327	$43.0	25%
Financial Services	$86,714	$42.0	20%
Internet	$83,101	$40.0	15%

Junior Game Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Junior Game 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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$65,349

Average $72,261/year

$79,986

$5,446

Average $6,022/month

$6,665

$1,257

Average $1,390/week

$1,538

$31

Average $35/hour

$38

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$79,986	$6,665	$1,538	$38
Average	$72,261	$6,022	$1,390	$35
25th Percentile	$65,349	$5,446	$1,257	$31

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