What are the main factors that influence a Computer Programmer's salary?

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

How does experience change A Computer Programmer's salary?

A Computer Programmer's salary grows with experience: a Computer Programmer (0-2 years)earns $71,865, a Web Software Developer II (2-4 years)earns $100,441, a Web Software Developer III (4-7 years)earns $115,802, a Web Software Developer IV (7+ years)earns $136,291, a Web Software Development Manager (7+ years)earns $148,004,

What are the highest paying states for a Computer Programmer?

Computer Programmer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Computer Programmer roles are District of Columbia $79,390, California $79,089, Massachusetts $78,034. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Computer Programmer roles make?

Salaries for Computer Programmer level roles vary by specialization: Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer IV: $119,413; Senior Computer Programmer Analyst: $115,698; Senior Computer Programmer: $110,778; Computer Programmer Java Developer: $107,856; Freelance Computer Programmer: $92,799.

Computer Programmer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Computer Programmer make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer Programmer in Delaware is $72,614 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

However, a Computer Programmer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $92,068
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66,354 to $82,797
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,656

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Computer Programmer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,797	$6,900	$1,592	$40
Average	$72,614	$6,051	$1,396	$35
25th Percentile	$66,354	$5,530	$1,276	$32

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Key Factors That Influence Computer Programmer Salaries

A Computer Programmer'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 Computer Programmer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computer Programmer'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): $71,865
Early Career (1-2 years): $100,441
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $115,802
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $136,291
Expert (over 8 years): $148,004

Levels	Salary
Computer ... Level Computer Programmer	$71,865
Web Softw... Level Computer Programmer	$100,441
Web Softw... Level Computer Programmer	$115,802
Web Softw... Level Computer Programmer	$136,291
Web Softw... Level Computer Programmer	$148,004

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How Do Computer Programmer 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 Computer Programmers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $79,390.
California: $79,089.
Massachusetts: $78,034.

District of Columbia $79,390 California $79,089 Massachusetts $78,034 Washington $77,748 New Jersey $77,719 Alaska $77,619 Connecticut $76,629 New York $76,228

Hawaii $74,944 Rhode Island $74,342 Maryland $73,933 Minnesota $73,374 Colorado $73,159 Illinois $73,087 Oregon $72,814 Delaware $72,614

New Hampshire $72,488 Virginia $72,205 Pennsylvania $71,380 Nevada $70,965 North Dakota $70,828 Michigan $70,613 Wisconsin $70,534 Vermont $70,377

Texas $69,939 Maine $69,911 Arizona $69,868 Ohio $69,817 Georgia $69,158 Indiana $68,828 Wyoming $68,763 Utah $68,663

Iowa $68,620 Kansas $68,276 Louisiana $68,175 North Carolina $68,139 Missouri $68,125 Florida $67,845 Montana $67,695 Nebraska $67,551

Kentucky $67,473 South Carolina $67,186 Tennessee $67,007 Idaho $66,935 New Mexico $66,411 Oklahoma $66,297 Alabama $65,874 South Dakota $65,164

Arkansas $64,777 West Virginia $64,569 Mississippi $63,945

Top Paying Cities for Computer Programmers

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: $75,152
Little Creek: $74,456
Magnolia: $74,765

Lincoln, DE $75,152 Little Creek, DE $74,456 Magnolia, DE $74,765 Milford, DE $75,152 Marydel, DE $74,177 Millsboro, DE $75,152 Millville, DE $75,654 Milton, DE $75,152

Nassau, DE $75,152 Ocean View, DE $75,654 Rehoboth Beach, DE $75,654 Seaford, DE $74,363 Selbyville, DE $75,654 Smyrna, DE $74,091 Viola, DE $74,765 Woodside, DE $74,550

Bear, DE $73,546 Newark, DE $73,575 Claymont, DE $73,632 Delaware City, DE $73,575 Hockessin, DE $73,632 Kirkwood, DE $73,575 Middletown, DE $73,940 Montchanin, DE $73,632

New Castle, DE $73,632 Odessa, DE $74,041 Port Penn, DE $73,374 Rockland, DE $73,632 Saint Georges, DE $73,575 Townsend, DE $73,933 Winterthur, DE $73,632 Lewes, DE $75,152

Wilmington, DE $73,632 Dover, DE $74,421 Dover Afb, DE $74,593 Bethany Beach, DE $75,654 Bethel, DE $74,363 Bridgeville, DE $75,152 Camden Wyoming, DE $74,500 Cheswold, DE $74,249

Clayton, DE $74,062 Dagsboro, DE $75,654 Delmar, DE $74,363 Ellendale, DE $75,152 Felton, DE $75,152 Fenwick Island, DE $75,654 Frankford, DE $75,654 Frederica, DE $75,152

Georgetown, DE $75,152 Greenwood, DE $75,152 Harbeson, DE $75,152 Harrington, DE $75,152 Hartly, DE $74,026 Houston, DE $75,152 Kenton, DE $74,062 Laurel, DE $74,363

Yorklyn, DE $73,632

Computer Programmer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Computer Programmer'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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$66,354

Average $72,614/year

$82,797

$5,530

Average $6,051/month

$6,900

$1,276

Average $1,396/week

$1,592

$32

Average $35/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,797	$6,900	$1,592	$40
Average	$72,614	$6,051	$1,396	$35
25th Percentile	$66,354	$5,530	$1,276	$32

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