What are the main factors that influence a Backend Software Engineer's salary?

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

How does experience change a Backend Software Engineer's salary?

A Backend Software Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $124,492 for beginners, reaching about $126,776 at mid-level, and approach $135,366 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Backend Software Engineer?

Backend Software Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Backend Software Engineer roles are District of Columbia $142,011, California $141,472, Massachusetts $139,586. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Backend Software Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Backend Software Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Backend Software Engineer V: $151,040; Backend Developer V: $151,035; Senior Software Engineer, Backend: $149,022; Backend Software Engineer IV: $145,370; Analyst Backend Software Engineer: $133,140.

Backend Software Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Backend Software Engineer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Backend Software Engineer in Delaware is $129,890 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $62.

However, a Backend Software Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $151,448
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $119,771 to $141,174
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $110,558

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Backend Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,174	$11,765	$2,715	$68
Average	$129,890	$10,824	$2,498	$62
25th Percentile	$119,771	$9,981	$2,303	$58

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Key Factors That Influence Backend Software Engineer Salaries

A Backend Software Engineer'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 Backend Software Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Backend Software Engineer'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): $124,492
Early Career (1-2 years): $125,253
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $126,776
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $132,379
Expert (over 8 years): $135,366

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Backend Software Engineer	$124,492
Intermediate Level Backend Software Engineer	$125,253
Senior Level Backend Software Engineer	$126,776
Specialist Level Backend Software Engineer	$132,379
Expert Level Backend Software Engineer	$135,366

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How Do Backend Software Engineer 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 Backend Software Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $142,011.
California: $141,472.
Massachusetts: $139,586.

District of Columbia $142,011 California $141,472 Massachusetts $139,586 Washington $139,073 New Jersey $139,022 Alaska $138,843 Connecticut $137,073 New York $136,354

Hawaii $134,058 Rhode Island $132,981 Maryland $132,250 Minnesota $131,249 Colorado $130,865 Illinois $130,736 Oregon $130,249 Delaware $129,890

New Hampshire $129,664 Virginia $129,159 Pennsylvania $127,684 Nevada $126,940 North Dakota $126,696 Michigan $126,311 Wisconsin $126,170 Vermont $125,888

Texas $125,106 Maine $125,054 Arizona $124,978 Ohio $124,888 Georgia $123,708 Indiana $123,118 Wyoming $123,002 Utah $122,823

Iowa $122,746 Kansas $122,130 Louisiana $121,951 North Carolina $121,886 Missouri $121,861 Florida $121,361 Montana $121,091 Nebraska $120,835

Kentucky $120,694 South Carolina $120,181 Tennessee $119,860 Idaho $119,732 New Mexico $118,795 Oklahoma $118,590 Alabama $117,833 South Dakota $116,564

Arkansas $115,871 West Virginia $115,499 Mississippi $114,383

Top Paying Cities for Backend Software Engineers

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: $134,430
Little Creek: $133,186
Magnolia: $133,738

Lincoln, DE $134,430 Little Creek, DE $133,186 Magnolia, DE $133,738 Milford, DE $134,430 Marydel, DE $132,686 Millsboro, DE $134,430 Millville, DE $135,328 Milton, DE $134,430

Nassau, DE $134,430 Ocean View, DE $135,328 Rehoboth Beach, DE $135,328 Seaford, DE $133,019 Selbyville, DE $135,328 Smyrna, DE $132,532 Viola, DE $133,738 Woodside, DE $133,353

Bear, DE $131,557 Newark, DE $131,609 Claymont, DE $131,711 Delaware City, DE $131,609 Hockessin, DE $131,711 Kirkwood, DE $131,609 Middletown, DE $132,263 Montchanin, DE $131,711

New Castle, DE $131,711 Odessa, DE $132,442 Port Penn, DE $131,249 Rockland, DE $131,711 Saint Georges, DE $131,609 Townsend, DE $132,250 Winterthur, DE $131,711 Lewes, DE $134,430

Wilmington, DE $131,711 Dover, DE $133,122 Dover Afb, DE $133,430 Bethany Beach, DE $135,328 Bethel, DE $133,019 Bridgeville, DE $134,430 Camden Wyoming, DE $133,263 Cheswold, DE $132,814

Clayton, DE $132,481 Dagsboro, DE $135,328 Delmar, DE $133,019 Ellendale, DE $134,430 Felton, DE $134,430 Fenwick Island, DE $135,328 Frankford, DE $135,328 Frederica, DE $134,430

Georgetown, DE $134,430 Greenwood, DE $134,430 Harbeson, DE $134,430 Harrington, DE $134,430 Hartly, DE $132,417 Houston, DE $134,430 Kenton, DE $132,481 Laurel, DE $133,019

Yorklyn, DE $131,711

Backend Software Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Backend Software Engineer'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

$119,771

Average $129,890/year

$141,174

$9,981

Average $10,824/month

$11,765

$2,303

Average $2,498/week

$2,715

$58

Average $62/hour

$68

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,174	$11,765	$2,715	$68
Average	$129,890	$10,824	$2,498	$62
25th Percentile	$119,771	$9,981	$2,303	$58

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