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

What industry pays the highest salary for Lead Full Stack Developer?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Lead Full Stack Developer roles, with salaries approximately 18% above the market median.

How does experience change A Lead Full Stack Developer's salary?

A Lead Full Stack Developer's salary grows with experience: an Applications Programmer V (7-10 years)earns $173,406, an Applications Programming Supervisor (10+ years)earns $139,358, an Lead Full Stack Developer (10+ years)earns $157,724, an Applications Programming Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $183,721, an Applications Programming Director (10+ years)earns $204,696,

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 $164,695, California $164,070, Massachusetts $161,884. 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: $145,409; Full Stack Developer III: $128,403; Full Stack Developer II: $105,752; Full Stack Web Developer: $103,100; Full Stack Senior Developer: $92,834.

Lead Full Stack Developer Salary in Hawaii

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

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Full Stack Developer in Hawaii is $155,472 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $75.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $175,484
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $144,661 to $165,947
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $134,818

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Lead Full Stack Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$165,947	$13,829	$3,191	$80
Average	$155,472	$12,956	$2,990	$75
25th Percentile	$144,661	$12,055	$2,782	$70

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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): $173,406
Early Career (1-2 years): $139,358
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $157,724
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $183,721
Expert (over 8 years): $204,696

Levels	Salary
Applicati... Level Lead Full Stack Developer	$173,406
Applicati... Level Lead Full Stack Developer	$139,358
Lead Full... Level Lead Full Stack Developer	$157,724
Applicati... Level Lead Full Stack Developer	$183,721
Applicati... Level Lead Full Stack Developer	$204,696

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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: $164,695.
California: $164,070.
Massachusetts: $161,884.

District of Columbia $164,695 California $164,070 Massachusetts $161,884 Washington $161,289 New Jersey $161,229 Alaska $161,021 Connecticut $158,968 New York $158,135

Hawaii $155,472 Rhode Island $154,223 Maryland $153,375 Minnesota $152,215 Colorado $151,769 Illinois $151,620 Oregon $151,055 Delaware $150,638

New Hampshire $150,376 Virginia $149,790 Pennsylvania $148,080 Nevada $147,217 North Dakota $146,934 Michigan $146,488 Wisconsin $146,324 Vermont $145,997

Texas $145,090 Maine $145,030 Arizona $144,941 Ohio $144,837 Georgia $143,468 Indiana $142,784 Wyoming $142,650 Utah $142,442

Iowa $142,353 Kansas $141,639 Louisiana $141,431 North Carolina $141,356 Missouri $141,326 Florida $140,746 Montana $140,434 Nebraska $140,136

Kentucky $139,973 South Carolina $139,378 Tennessee $139,006 Idaho $138,857 New Mexico $137,771 Oklahoma $137,533 Alabama $136,656 South Dakota $135,183

Arkansas $134,380 West Virginia $133,948 Mississippi $132,654

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:

Aiea: $154,631
Anahola: $152,603
Captain Cook: $152,450

Aiea, HI $154,631 Anahola, HI $152,603 Captain Cook, HI $152,450 Eleele, HI $152,912 Ewa Beach, HI $154,494 Kapolei, HI $154,370 Haiku, HI $152,716 Hakalau, HI $152,374

Haleiwa, HI $154,073 Hana, HI $152,352 Hanalei, HI $152,404 Hanamaulu, HI $152,713 Hanapepe, HI $152,905 Hauula, HI $154,308 Hawaii National Park, HI $152,551 Hawi, HI $152,804

Hilo, HI $152,698 Princeville, HI $152,682 Holualoa, HI $152,511 Honaunau, HI $152,248 Honokaa, HI $152,444 Honomu, HI $152,683 Hoolehua, HI $152,248 Kaaawa, HI $154,358

Kahuku, HI $154,028 Kahului, HI $153,069 Kailua, HI $154,581 Ocean View, HI $152,637 Waikoloa, HI $152,622 Keauhou, HI $152,511 Kailua Kona, HI $152,695 Kalaheo, HI $152,730

Kalaupapa, HI $152,108 Kamuela, HI $152,521 Kaneohe, HI $154,549 Kapaa, HI $152,896 Kaumakani, HI $152,978 Kaunakakai, HI $152,429 Keaau, HI $152,802 Kealakekua, HI $152,722

Kealia, HI $152,774 Kekaha, HI $152,619 Kihei, HI $152,912 Kilauea, HI $152,685 Kapaau, HI $152,569 Koloa, HI $152,752 Kualapuu, HI $152,384 Kunia, HI $154,321

Kurtistown, HI $152,725 Lahaina, HI $152,755 Laie, HI $154,163 Lanai City, HI $152,384 Laupahoehoe, HI $152,768 Lawai, HI $152,978 Lihue, HI $152,713 Makawao, HI $152,834

Makaweli, HI $152,376 Maunaloa, HI $152,017 Mountain View, HI $152,645 Naalehu, HI $152,337 Ninole, HI $152,234 Ookala, HI $152,283 Paauilo, HI $152,469 Pahala, HI $152,378

Pahoa, HI $152,581 Paia, HI $152,762 Papaaloa, HI $152,789 Papaikou, HI $152,472 Pearl City, HI $154,519 Pepeekeo, HI $152,768 Puunene, HI $153,069 Volcano, HI $152,551

Wahiawa, HI $154,254 Pukalani, HI $152,834 Mililani, HI $154,440 Kula, HI $152,518 Waialua, HI $153,989 Waianae, HI $154,132 Wailuku, HI $152,831 Waimanalo, HI $154,552

Waimea, HI $152,965 Waipahu, HI $154,452 Honolulu, HI $154,684 J B P H H, HI $154,657 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $154,337 Schofield Barracks, HI $154,293 Fort Shafter, HI $154,684 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $154,684

Camp H M Smith, HI $154,650 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $154,500 Wake Island, HI $154,684

Lead Full Stack Developer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Lead Full Stack Developer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 38% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 18% above the average. In contrast, Lead Full Stack Developer positions in Internet or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Lead Full Stack Developer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Lead Full Stack Developer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$183,457	$88.0	18%
Energy & Utilities	$178,793	$86.0	15%
Financial Services	$178,793	$86.0	15%
Construction	$174,129	$84.0	12%
Insurance	$171,020	$82.0	10%

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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$144,661

Average $155,472/year

$165,947

$12,055

Average $12,956/month

$13,829

$2,782

Average $2,990/week

$3,191

$70

Average $75/hour

$80

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$165,947	$13,829	$3,191	$80
Average	$155,472	$12,956	$2,990	$75
25th Percentile	$144,661	$12,055	$2,782	$70

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