What are the main factors that influence a Lead Full Stack 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 Lead Full Stack Developer's salary?

A Lead Full Stack Developer's salary grows with experience: starting around $149,318 for beginners, reaching about $150,717 at mid-level, and approach $154,000 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Full Stack Developer?

Lead Full Stack Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Full Stack Developer roles are District of Columbia $164,781, California $164,156, Massachusetts $161,968. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Full Stack Developer roles make?

Salaries for Lead Full Stack Developer level roles vary by specialization: Full Stack Developer IV: $145,369; Full Stack Developer III: $128,385; Python Full Stack Developer: $109,651; Full Stack Developer II: $105,746; Full Stack Web Developer: $103,085.

Lead Full Stack Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Full Stack Developer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Full Stack Developer in Delaware is $150,717 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $72.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $170,548
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $140,640 to $161,097
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $131,465

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Lead Full Stack Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,097	$13,425	$3,098	$77
Average	$150,717	$12,560	$2,898	$72
25th Percentile	$140,640	$11,720	$2,705	$68

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Full Stack Developer Salaries

A Lead Full Stack 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 Lead Full Stack Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Full Stack 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): $149,318
Early Career (1-2 years): $149,738
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $150,717
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $151,837
Expert (over 8 years): $154,000

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Lead Full Stack Developer	$149,318
Intermediate Level Lead Full Stack Developer	$149,738
Senior Level Lead Full Stack Developer	$150,717
Specialist Level Lead Full Stack Developer	$151,837
Expert Level Lead Full Stack Developer	$154,000

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

District of Columbia: $164,781.
California: $164,156.
Massachusetts: $161,968.

District of Columbia $164,781 California $164,156 Massachusetts $161,968 Washington $161,373 New Jersey $161,314 Alaska $161,105 Connecticut $159,051 New York $158,218

Hawaii $155,554 Rhode Island $154,304 Maryland $153,456 Minnesota $152,295 Colorado $151,848 Illinois $151,699 Oregon $151,134 Delaware $150,717

New Hampshire $150,455 Virginia $149,869 Pennsylvania $148,157 Nevada $147,294 North Dakota $147,011 Michigan $146,565 Wisconsin $146,401 Vermont $146,074

Texas $145,166 Maine $145,106 Arizona $145,017 Ohio $144,913 Georgia $143,544 Indiana $142,859 Wyoming $142,725 Utah $142,517

Iowa $142,427 Kansas $141,713 Louisiana $141,505 North Carolina $141,430 Missouri $141,401 Florida $140,820 Montana $140,508 Nebraska $140,210

Kentucky $140,046 South Carolina $139,451 Tennessee $139,079 Idaho $138,930 New Mexico $137,844 Oklahoma $137,605 Alabama $136,727 South Dakota $135,254

Arkansas $134,450 West Virginia $134,019 Mississippi $132,724

Top Paying Cities for Lead Full Stack 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: $155,986
Little Creek: $154,542
Magnolia: $155,182

Lincoln, DE $155,986 Little Creek, DE $154,542 Magnolia, DE $155,182 Milford, DE $155,986 Marydel, DE $153,962 Millsboro, DE $155,986 Millville, DE $157,027 Milton, DE $155,986

Nassau, DE $155,986 Ocean View, DE $157,027 Rehoboth Beach, DE $157,027 Seaford, DE $154,348 Selbyville, DE $157,027 Smyrna, DE $153,783 Viola, DE $155,182 Woodside, DE $154,735

Bear, DE $152,652 Newark, DE $152,711 Claymont, DE $152,830 Delaware City, DE $152,711 Hockessin, DE $152,830 Kirkwood, DE $152,711 Middletown, DE $153,470 Montchanin, DE $152,830

New Castle, DE $152,830 Odessa, DE $153,679 Port Penn, DE $152,295 Rockland, DE $152,830 Saint Georges, DE $152,711 Townsend, DE $153,456 Winterthur, DE $152,830 Lewes, DE $155,986

Wilmington, DE $152,830 Dover, DE $154,468 Dover Afb, DE $154,825 Bethany Beach, DE $157,027 Bethel, DE $154,348 Bridgeville, DE $155,986 Camden Wyoming, DE $154,631 Cheswold, DE $154,110

Clayton, DE $153,723 Dagsboro, DE $157,027 Delmar, DE $154,348 Ellendale, DE $155,986 Felton, DE $155,986 Fenwick Island, DE $157,027 Frankford, DE $157,027 Frederica, DE $155,986

Georgetown, DE $155,986 Greenwood, DE $155,986 Harbeson, DE $155,986 Harrington, DE $155,986 Hartly, DE $153,649 Houston, DE $155,986 Kenton, DE $153,723 Laurel, DE $154,348

Yorklyn, DE $152,830

Lead Full Stack Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Full Stack 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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$140,640

Average $150,717/year

$161,097

$11,720

Average $12,560/month

$13,425

$2,705

Average $2,898/week

$3,098

$68

Average $72/hour

$77

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,097	$13,425	$3,098	$77
Average	$150,717	$12,560	$2,898	$72
25th Percentile	$140,640	$11,720	$2,705	$68

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