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 $152,871 for beginners, reaching about $154,304 at mid-level, and approach $157,665 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 Rhode Island

How much does a Lead Full Stack Developer make in Rhode Island?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Full Stack Developer in Rhode Island is $154,304 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $174,607
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $143,987 to $164,931
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $134,593

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Lead Full Stack Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$164,931	$13,744	$3,172	$79
Average	$154,304	$12,859	$2,967	$74
25th Percentile	$143,987	$11,999	$2,769	$69

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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): $152,871
Early Career (1-2 years): $153,301
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $154,304
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $155,450
Expert (over 8 years): $157,665

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Lead Full Stack Developer	$152,871
Intermediate Level Lead Full Stack Developer	$153,301
Senior Level Lead Full Stack Developer	$154,304
Specialist Level Lead Full Stack Developer	$155,450
Expert Level Lead Full Stack Developer	$157,665

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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:

Adamsville: $156,834
Albion: $154,229
Ashaway: $157,429

Adamsville, RI $156,834 Albion, RI $154,229 Ashaway, RI $157,429 Barrington, RI $154,229 Block Island, RI $156,611 Bradford, RI $157,325 Bristol, RI $154,081 Carolina, RI $156,045

Charlestown, RI $156,209 Chepachet, RI $153,932 Clayville, RI $154,081 Coventry, RI $153,932 West Greenwich, RI $153,828 East Greenwich, RI $154,036 Exeter, RI $157,325 Fiskeville, RI $154,229

Forestdale, RI $154,081 Foster, RI $153,828 Glendale, RI $153,828 Greene, RI $155,554 Greenville, RI $154,229 Harmony, RI $154,185 Harrisville, RI $153,932 Hope, RI $154,229

Hope Valley, RI $157,429 Hopkinton, RI $157,474 Jamestown, RI $155,896 Kenyon, RI $157,280 Little Compton, RI $156,774 Manville, RI $154,229 Mapleville, RI $153,828 Newport, RI $155,926

Middletown, RI $156,581 North Kingstown, RI $153,783 North Scituate, RI $154,185 Oakland, RI $153,976 Pascoag, RI $153,887 Pawtucket, RI $154,229 Central Falls, RI $154,229 Cumberland, RI $154,229

Lincoln, RI $154,229 Portsmouth, RI $155,301 Prudence Island, RI $153,932 Rockville, RI $157,474 Saunderstown, RI $155,986 Shannock, RI $157,236 Slatersville, RI $154,081 Slocum, RI $155,986

Tiverton, RI $156,879 Wakefield, RI $155,822 Kingston, RI $155,852 Narragansett, RI $155,881 Peace Dale, RI $155,822 Warren, RI $154,185 Warwick, RI $154,229 Westerly, RI $157,518

West Kingston, RI $155,941 West Warwick, RI $154,229 Wood River Junction, RI $157,325 Woonsocket, RI $154,081 North Smithfield, RI $154,185 Wyoming, RI $157,280 Providence, RI $154,229 Cranston, RI $154,229

North Providence, RI $154,229 East Providence, RI $154,229 Riverside, RI $154,229 Rumford, RI $154,229 Smithfield, RI $154,229 Johnston, RI $154,229

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 January 01, 2026

$143,987

Average $154,304/year

$164,931

$11,999

Average $12,859/month

$13,744

$2,769

Average $2,967/week

$3,172

$69

Average $74/hour

$79

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$164,931	$13,744	$3,172	$79
Average	$154,304	$12,859	$2,967	$74
25th Percentile	$143,987	$11,999	$2,769	$69

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