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

An Associate Software Developer's salary grows with experience: an Applications Programmer I (0-2 years)earns $73,151, an Associate Software Developer (2-4 years)earns $95,562, an Applications Programmer III (4-7 years)earns $122,934, an Applications Programmer IV (7+ years)earns $144,041, an Applications Programmer V (7-10 years)earns $167,374,

What are the highest paying states for an Associate Software Developer?

Associate Software Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Associate Software Developer roles are District of Columbia $105,103, California $104,704, Massachusetts $103,309. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Associate Software Developer roles make?

Salaries for Associate Software Developer level roles vary by specialization: Software Systems Developer VI: $191,638; Software Developer V: $171,170; Software Systems Developer V: $165,899; Software Developer IV: $148,910; Software Systems Developer IV: $143,135.

Associate Software Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Associate Software Developer make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Software Developer in Delaware is $96,132 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $110,951
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $87,114 to $103,889
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $78,904

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Associate Software Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$103,889	$8,657	$1,998	$50
Average	$96,132	$8,011	$1,849	$46
25th Percentile	$87,114	$7,260	$1,675	$42

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Key Factors That Influence Associate Software Developer Salaries

An Associate Software 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 Associate Software Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Associate Software 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): $73,151
Early Career (1-2 years): $95,562
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $122,934
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $144,041
Expert (over 8 years): $167,374

Levels	Salary
Applicati... Level Associate Software Developer	$73,151
Associate... Level Associate Software Developer	$95,562
Applicati... Level Associate Software Developer	$122,934
Applicati... Level Associate Software Developer	$144,041
Applicati... Level Associate Software Developer	$167,374

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

District of Columbia: $105,103.
California: $104,704.
Massachusetts: $103,309.

District of Columbia $105,103 California $104,704 Massachusetts $103,309 Washington $102,929 New Jersey $102,891 Alaska $102,758 Connecticut $101,448 New York $100,917

Hawaii $99,217 Rhode Island $98,420 Maryland $97,879 Minnesota $97,138 Colorado $96,854 Illinois $96,759 Oregon $96,398 Delaware $96,132

New Hampshire $95,965 Virginia $95,591 Pennsylvania $94,500 Nevada $93,949 North Dakota $93,769 Michigan $93,484 Wisconsin $93,379 Vermont $93,171

Texas $92,592 Maine $92,554 Arizona $92,497 Ohio $92,430 Georgia $91,557 Indiana $91,120 Wyoming $91,035 Utah $90,902

Iowa $90,845 Kansas $90,389 Louisiana $90,256 North Carolina $90,209 Missouri $90,190 Florida $89,820 Montana $89,620 Nebraska $89,430

Kentucky $89,326 South Carolina $88,946 Tennessee $88,709 Idaho $88,614 New Mexico $87,921 Oklahoma $87,769 Alabama $87,209 South Dakota $86,269

Arkansas $85,757 West Virginia $85,481 Mississippi $84,656

Top Paying Cities for Associate Software 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: $99,493
Little Creek: $98,572
Magnolia: $98,980

Lincoln, DE $99,493 Little Creek, DE $98,572 Magnolia, DE $98,980 Milford, DE $99,493 Marydel, DE $98,202 Millsboro, DE $99,493 Millville, DE $100,157 Milton, DE $99,493

Nassau, DE $99,493 Ocean View, DE $100,157 Rehoboth Beach, DE $100,157 Seaford, DE $98,448 Selbyville, DE $100,157 Smyrna, DE $98,088 Viola, DE $98,980 Woodside, DE $98,695

Bear, DE $97,366 Newark, DE $97,404 Claymont, DE $97,480 Delaware City, DE $97,404 Hockessin, DE $97,480 Kirkwood, DE $97,404 Middletown, DE $97,888 Montchanin, DE $97,480

New Castle, DE $97,480 Odessa, DE $98,021 Port Penn, DE $97,138 Rockland, DE $97,480 Saint Georges, DE $97,404 Townsend, DE $97,879 Winterthur, DE $97,480 Lewes, DE $99,493

Wilmington, DE $97,480 Dover, DE $98,524 Dover Afb, DE $98,752 Bethany Beach, DE $100,157 Bethel, DE $98,448 Bridgeville, DE $99,493 Camden Wyoming, DE $98,629 Cheswold, DE $98,297

Clayton, DE $98,050 Dagsboro, DE $100,157 Delmar, DE $98,448 Ellendale, DE $99,493 Felton, DE $99,493 Fenwick Island, DE $100,157 Frankford, DE $100,157 Frederica, DE $99,493

Georgetown, DE $99,493 Greenwood, DE $99,493 Harbeson, DE $99,493 Harrington, DE $99,493 Hartly, DE $98,002 Houston, DE $99,493 Kenton, DE $98,050 Laurel, DE $98,448

Yorklyn, DE $97,480

Associate Software Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Associate Software 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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$87,114

Average $96,132/year

$103,889

$7,260

Average $8,011/month

$8,657

$1,675

Average $1,849/week

$1,998

$42

Average $46/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$103,889	$8,657	$1,998	$50
Average	$96,132	$8,011	$1,849	$46
25th Percentile	$87,114	$7,260	$1,675	$42

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