What are the main factors that influence an Applications Developer's salary?

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

How does experience change An Applications Developer's salary?

An Applications Developer's salary grows with experience: an Applications Developer (0-2 years)earns $76,849, an Applications Programmer II (2-4 years)earns $100,376, an Applications Programmer III (4-7 years)earns $129,145, an Applications Programmer IV (7+ years)earns $151,334, an Applications Programmer V (7-10 years)earns $175,861,

What are the highest paying states for an Applications Developer?

Applications Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Applications Developer roles are District of Columbia $82,550, California $82,237, Massachusetts $81,141. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Applications Developer roles make?

Salaries for Applications Developer level roles vary by specialization: Lead Applications Developer: $158,565; Java Applications Senior Developer: $128,300; Senior Applications Developer: $126,452; IT Applications Developer: $126,311; Applications Software Developer: $118,737.

Applications Developer Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Applications Developer make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Applications Developer in Rhode Island is $77,301 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $89,047
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,028 to $83,449
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,138

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,449	$6,954	$1,605	$40
Average	$77,301	$6,442	$1,487	$37
25th Percentile	$73,028	$6,086	$1,404	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Applications Developer Salaries

An Applications 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 Applications Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Applications 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): $76,849
Early Career (1-2 years): $100,376
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $129,145
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $151,334
Expert (over 8 years): $175,861

Levels	Salary
Applicati... Level Applications Developer	$76,849
Applicati... Level Applications Developer	$100,376
Applicati... Level Applications Developer	$129,145
Applicati... Level Applications Developer	$151,334
Applicati... Level Applications Developer	$175,861

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

District of Columbia: $82,550.
California: $82,237.
Massachusetts: $81,141.

District of Columbia $82,550 California $82,237 Massachusetts $81,141 Washington $80,842 New Jersey $80,813 Alaska $80,708 Connecticut $79,679 New York $79,262

Hawaii $77,927 Rhode Island $77,301 Maryland $76,876 Minnesota $76,294 Colorado $76,071 Illinois $75,996 Oregon $75,713 Delaware $75,504

New Hampshire $75,373 Virginia $75,079 Pennsylvania $74,222 Nevada $73,789 North Dakota $73,648 Michigan $73,424 Wisconsin $73,342 Vermont $73,178

Texas $72,723 Maine $72,693 Arizona $72,649 Ohio $72,596 Georgia $71,910 Indiana $71,567 Wyoming $71,500 Utah $71,396

Iowa $71,351 Kansas $70,993 Louisiana $70,889 North Carolina $70,852 Missouri $70,837 Florida $70,546 Montana $70,389 Nebraska $70,240

Kentucky $70,158 South Carolina $69,860 Tennessee $69,674 Idaho $69,599 New Mexico $69,055 Oklahoma $68,936 Alabama $68,496 South Dakota $67,758

Arkansas $67,355 West Virginia $67,139 Mississippi $66,490

Top Paying Cities for Applications 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: $78,267
Albion: $77,606
Ashaway: $78,119

Adamsville, RI $78,267 Albion, RI $77,606 Ashaway, RI $78,119 Barrington, RI $77,402 Block Island, RI $77,832 Bradford, RI $78,072 Bristol, RI $77,700 Carolina, RI $77,943

Charlestown, RI $77,971 Chepachet, RI $77,816 Clayville, RI $77,599 Coventry, RI $77,603 West Greenwich, RI $77,817 East Greenwich, RI $77,551 Exeter, RI $77,795 Fiskeville, RI $77,400

Forestdale, RI $77,997 Foster, RI $77,775 Glendale, RI $78,002 Greene, RI $77,877 Greenville, RI $77,430 Harmony, RI $77,530 Harrisville, RI $77,969 Hope, RI $77,449

Hope Valley, RI $78,050 Hopkinton, RI $78,153 Jamestown, RI $77,892 Kenyon, RI $77,933 Little Compton, RI $78,255 Manville, RI $77,708 Mapleville, RI $77,831 Newport, RI $77,970

Middletown, RI $78,005 North Kingstown, RI $77,684 North Scituate, RI $77,531 Oakland, RI $77,915 Pascoag, RI $78,020 Pawtucket, RI $77,286 Central Falls, RI $77,320 Cumberland, RI $77,759

Lincoln, RI $77,398 Portsmouth, RI $77,962 Prudence Island, RI $77,802 Rockville, RI $78,141 Saunderstown, RI $77,845 Shannock, RI $77,938 Slatersville, RI $77,997 Slocum, RI $77,843

Tiverton, RI $78,199 Wakefield, RI $77,912 Kingston, RI $77,882 Narragansett, RI $77,933 Peace Dale, RI $77,902 Warren, RI $77,601 Warwick, RI $77,385 Westerly, RI $78,137

West Kingston, RI $77,906 West Warwick, RI $77,480 Wood River Junction, RI $78,017 Woonsocket, RI $78,001 North Smithfield, RI $77,824 Wyoming, RI $77,938 Providence, RI $77,264 Cranston, RI $77,274

North Providence, RI $77,283 East Providence, RI $77,269 Riverside, RI $77,293 Rumford, RI $77,282 Smithfield, RI $77,439 Johnston, RI $77,309

Applications Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Applications 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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$73,028

Average $77,301/year

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$6,086

Average $6,442/month

$6,954

$1,404

Average $1,487/week

$1,605

$35

Average $37/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,449	$6,954	$1,605	$40
Average	$77,301	$6,442	$1,487	$37
25th Percentile	$73,028	$6,086	$1,404	$35

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