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: a Software Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $81,886, a Software Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $105,377, a Backend Software Engineer (4-7 years)earns $129,053, a Software Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $149,313, a Software Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $171,637,

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 $141,992, California $141,453, Massachusetts $139,568. 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: $151,030; Backend Developer V: $151,023; Senior Software Engineer, Backend: $148,979; Backend Software Engineer IV: $145,400; Analyst Backend Software Engineer: $133,101.

Backend Software Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Backend Software Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Backend Software Engineer in Delaware is $129,873 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): $151,156
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $119,646 to $141,013
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $110,336

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Backend Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,013	$11,751	$2,712	$68
Average	$129,873	$10,823	$2,498	$62
25th Percentile	$119,646	$9,971	$2,301	$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): $81,886
Early Career (1-2 years): $105,377
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $129,053
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $149,313
Expert (over 8 years): $171,637

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level Backend Software Engineer	$81,886
Software ... Level Backend Software Engineer	$105,377
Backend S... Level Backend Software Engineer	$129,053
Software ... Level Backend Software Engineer	$149,313
Software ... Level Backend Software Engineer	$171,637

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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: $141,992.
California: $141,453.
Massachusetts: $139,568.

District of Columbia $141,992 California $141,453 Massachusetts $139,568 Washington $139,055 New Jersey $139,004 Alaska $138,824 Connecticut $137,054 New York $136,336

Hawaii $134,041 Rhode Island $132,963 Maryland $132,232 Minnesota $131,232 Colorado $130,847 Illinois $130,719 Oregon $130,232 Delaware $129,873

New Hampshire $129,647 Virginia $129,142 Pennsylvania $127,667 Nevada $126,923 North Dakota $126,679 Michigan $126,295 Wisconsin $126,154 Vermont $125,871

Texas $125,089 Maine $125,038 Arizona $124,961 Ohio $124,871 Georgia $123,691 Indiana $123,101 Wyoming $122,986 Utah $122,806

Iowa $122,730 Kansas $122,114 Louisiana $121,934 North Carolina $121,870 Missouri $121,845 Florida $121,344 Montana $121,075 Nebraska $120,819

Kentucky $120,678 South Carolina $120,165 Tennessee $119,844 Idaho $119,716 New Mexico $118,780 Oklahoma $118,574 Alabama $117,818 South Dakota $116,548

Arkansas $115,856 West Virginia $115,484 Mississippi $114,368

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: $129,288
Little Creek: $130,234
Magnolia: $130,047

Lincoln, DE $129,288 Little Creek, DE $130,234 Magnolia, DE $130,047 Milford, DE $129,616 Marydel, DE $129,829 Millsboro, DE $128,745 Millville, DE $128,944 Milton, DE $129,167

Nassau, DE $129,261 Ocean View, DE $128,922 Rehoboth Beach, DE $129,170 Seaford, DE $129,243 Selbyville, DE $128,708 Smyrna, DE $130,324 Viola, DE $129,724 Woodside, DE $130,073

Bear, DE $129,773 Newark, DE $129,724 Claymont, DE $129,989 Delaware City, DE $129,853 Hockessin, DE $129,712 Kirkwood, DE $129,829 Middletown, DE $129,879 Montchanin, DE $129,742

New Castle, DE $129,761 Odessa, DE $129,943 Port Penn, DE $130,030 Rockland, DE $129,755 Saint Georges, DE $129,838 Townsend, DE $130,038 Winterthur, DE $129,770 Lewes, DE $129,217

Wilmington, DE $129,719 Dover, DE $130,234 Dover Afb, DE $129,548 Bethany Beach, DE $128,786 Bethel, DE $128,920 Bridgeville, DE $129,224 Camden Wyoming, DE $129,868 Cheswold, DE $130,192

Clayton, DE $130,196 Dagsboro, DE $128,697 Delmar, DE $128,490 Ellendale, DE $128,880 Felton, DE $129,606 Fenwick Island, DE $128,725 Frankford, DE $128,500 Frederica, DE $129,734

Georgetown, DE $128,648 Greenwood, DE $129,244 Harbeson, DE $128,785 Harrington, DE $129,442 Hartly, DE $129,844 Houston, DE $129,257 Kenton, DE $130,202 Laurel, DE $128,571

Yorklyn, DE $129,751

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.

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$119,646

Average $129,873/year

$141,013

$9,971

Average $10,823/month

$11,751

$2,301

Average $2,498/week

$2,712

$58

Average $62/hour

$68

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,013	$11,751	$2,712	$68
Average	$129,873	$10,823	$2,498	$62
25th Percentile	$119,646	$9,971	$2,301	$58

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