What are the main factors that influence a Lead Coder'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 Lead Coder?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Lead Coder roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Lead Coder's salary?

A Lead Coder's salary grows with experience: an Applications Programmer I (0-2 years)earns $74,530, an Lead Coder (2-4 years)earns $97,329, an Applications Programmer III (4-7 years)earns $125,243, an Applications Programmer IV (7+ years)earns $146,779, an Applications Programmer V (7-10 years)earns $170,583,

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Coder?

Lead Coder salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Coder roles are District of Columbia $104,108, California $103,714, Massachusetts $102,331. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Coder roles make?

Salaries for Lead Coder level roles vary by specialization: Billing Coder: $73,529; Coder: $72,498; Outpatient Coder: $71,926; Senior Coder: $68,854; Coder II: $65,734.

Lead Coder Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Coder make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Coder in Delaware is $95,223 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $110,189
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $85,112 to $103,056
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,907

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Lead Coder Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$103,056	$8,588	$1,982	$50
Average	$95,223	$7,935	$1,831	$46
25th Percentile	$85,112	$7,093	$1,637	$41

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Coder Salaries

A Lead Coder'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 Lead Coder Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Coder'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): $74,530
Early Career (1-2 years): $97,329
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $125,243
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $146,779
Expert (over 8 years): $170,583

Levels	Salary
Applicati... Level Lead Coder	$74,530
Lead Code... Level Lead Coder	$97,329
Applicati... Level Lead Coder	$125,243
Applicati... Level Lead Coder	$146,779
Applicati... Level Lead Coder	$170,583

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How Do Lead Coder 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 Lead Coders. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $104,108.
California: $103,714.
Massachusetts: $102,331.

District of Columbia $104,108 California $103,714 Massachusetts $102,331 Washington $101,955 New Jersey $101,918 Alaska $101,786 Connecticut $100,488 New York $99,962

Hawaii $98,279 Rhode Island $97,489 Maryland $96,953 Minnesota $96,219 Colorado $95,937 Illinois $95,843 Oregon $95,486 Delaware $95,223

New Hampshire $95,057 Virginia $94,687 Pennsylvania $93,605 Nevada $93,060 North Dakota $92,881 Michigan $92,599 Wisconsin $92,496 Vermont $92,289

Texas $91,715 Maine $91,678 Arizona $91,621 Ohio $91,556 Georgia $90,691 Indiana $90,258 Wyoming $90,173 Utah $90,042

Iowa $89,985 Kansas $89,534 Louisiana $89,402 North Carolina $89,355 Missouri $89,337 Florida $88,970 Montana $88,772 Nebraska $88,584

Kentucky $88,481 South Carolina $88,105 Tennessee $87,870 Idaho $87,776 New Mexico $87,089 Oklahoma $86,939 Alabama $86,384 South Dakota $85,453

Arkansas $84,945 West Virginia $84,673 Mississippi $83,855

Top Paying Cities for Lead Coders

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: $94,794
Little Creek: $95,488
Magnolia: $95,351

Lincoln, DE $94,794 Little Creek, DE $95,488 Magnolia, DE $95,351 Milford, DE $95,035 Marydel, DE $95,191 Millsboro, DE $94,396 Millville, DE $94,542 Milton, DE $94,706

Nassau, DE $94,774 Ocean View, DE $94,526 Rehoboth Beach, DE $94,707 Seaford, DE $94,761 Selbyville, DE $94,369 Smyrna, DE $95,554 Viola, DE $95,114 Woodside, DE $95,369

Bear, DE $95,149 Newark, DE $95,114 Claymont, DE $95,308 Delaware City, DE $95,209 Hockessin, DE $95,105 Kirkwood, DE $95,191 Middletown, DE $95,227 Montchanin, DE $95,127

New Castle, DE $95,141 Odessa, DE $95,274 Port Penn, DE $95,338 Rockland, DE $95,136 Saint Georges, DE $95,197 Townsend, DE $95,344 Winterthur, DE $95,148 Lewes, DE $94,742

Wilmington, DE $95,110 Dover, DE $95,488 Dover Afb, DE $94,985 Bethany Beach, DE $94,426 Bethel, DE $94,524 Bridgeville, DE $94,747 Camden Wyoming, DE $95,219 Cheswold, DE $95,457

Clayton, DE $95,460 Dagsboro, DE $94,361 Delmar, DE $94,209 Ellendale, DE $94,495 Felton, DE $95,027 Fenwick Island, DE $94,381 Frankford, DE $94,217 Frederica, DE $95,121

Georgetown, DE $94,325 Greenwood, DE $94,762 Harbeson, DE $94,425 Harrington, DE $94,907 Hartly, DE $95,202 Houston, DE $94,771 Kenton, DE $95,464 Laurel, DE $94,268

Yorklyn, DE $95,133

Lead Coder Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Lead Coder roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Lead Coder positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Lead Coder as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Lead Coder

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$123,790	$60.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$119,028	$57.0	25%
Financial Services	$114,267	$55.0	20%
Biotechnology	$109,506	$53.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$104,745	$50.0	10%

Lead Coder Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Coder'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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$85,112

Average $95,223/year

$103,056

$7,093

Average $7,935/month

$8,588

$1,637

Average $1,831/week

$1,982

$41

Average $46/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$103,056	$8,588	$1,982	$50
Average	$95,223	$7,935	$1,831	$46
25th Percentile	$85,112	$7,093	$1,637	$41

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