What are the main factors that influence a Database Developer's salary?

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

How does experience change a Database Developer's salary?

A Database Developer's salary grows with experience: starting around $126,002 for beginners, reaching about $127,463 at mid-level, and approach $135,525 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Database Developer?

Database Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Database Developer roles are District of Columbia $142,261, California $141,721, Massachusetts $139,832. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Database Developer roles make?

Salaries for Database Developer level roles vary by specialization: SQL Database Developer: $166,647; Senior Database Developer: $164,764; Lead Database Developer: $119,876; SQL Server Database Developer: $112,811; Junior Database Developer: $106,713.

Database Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Database Developer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Database Developer in Delaware is $130,119 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $153,529
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $120,301 to $142,372
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $111,362

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Database Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$142,372	$11,864	$2,738	$68
Average	$130,119	$10,843	$2,502	$63
25th Percentile	$120,301	$10,025	$2,313	$58

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Key Factors That Influence Database Developer Salaries

A Database 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 Database Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Database 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): $126,002
Early Career (1-2 years): $126,294
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $127,463
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $132,822
Expert (over 8 years): $135,525

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Database Developer	$126,002
Intermediate Level Database Developer	$126,294
Senior Level Database Developer	$127,463
Specialist Level Database Developer	$132,822
Expert Level Database Developer	$135,525

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

District of Columbia: $142,261.
California: $141,721.
Massachusetts: $139,832.

District of Columbia $142,261 California $141,721 Massachusetts $139,832 Washington $139,318 New Jersey $139,267 Alaska $139,087 Connecticut $137,314 New York $136,595

Hawaii $134,295 Rhode Island $133,215 Maryland $132,483 Minnesota $131,481 Colorado $131,095 Illinois $130,967 Oregon $130,479 Delaware $130,119

New Hampshire $129,893 Virginia $129,386 Pennsylvania $127,909 Nevada $127,164 North Dakota $126,919 Michigan $126,534 Wisconsin $126,393 Vermont $126,110

Texas $125,326 Maine $125,275 Arizona $125,198 Ohio $125,108 Georgia $123,926 Indiana $123,335 Wyoming $123,219 Utah $123,039

Iowa $122,962 Kansas $122,345 Louisiana $122,165 North Carolina $122,101 Missouri $122,075 Florida $121,574 Montana $121,305 Nebraska $121,048

Kentucky $120,906 South Carolina $120,392 Tennessee $120,071 Idaho $119,943 New Mexico $119,005 Oklahoma $118,799 Alabama $118,041 South Dakota $116,769

Arkansas $116,075 West Virginia $115,703 Mississippi $114,585

Top Paying Cities for Database 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: $134,667
Little Creek: $133,421
Magnolia: $133,973

Lincoln, DE $134,667 Little Creek, DE $133,421 Magnolia, DE $133,973 Milford, DE $134,667 Marydel, DE $132,920 Millsboro, DE $134,667 Millville, DE $135,567 Milton, DE $134,667

Nassau, DE $134,667 Ocean View, DE $135,567 Rehoboth Beach, DE $135,567 Seaford, DE $133,254 Selbyville, DE $135,567 Smyrna, DE $132,766 Viola, DE $133,973 Woodside, DE $133,588

Bear, DE $131,789 Newark, DE $131,841 Claymont, DE $131,943 Delaware City, DE $131,841 Hockessin, DE $131,943 Kirkwood, DE $131,841 Middletown, DE $132,496 Montchanin, DE $131,943

New Castle, DE $131,943 Odessa, DE $132,676 Port Penn, DE $131,481 Rockland, DE $131,943 Saint Georges, DE $131,841 Townsend, DE $132,483 Winterthur, DE $131,943 Lewes, DE $134,667

Wilmington, DE $131,943 Dover, DE $133,357 Dover Afb, DE $133,665 Bethany Beach, DE $135,567 Bethel, DE $133,254 Bridgeville, DE $134,667 Camden Wyoming, DE $133,498 Cheswold, DE $133,048

Clayton, DE $132,714 Dagsboro, DE $135,567 Delmar, DE $133,254 Ellendale, DE $134,667 Felton, DE $134,667 Fenwick Island, DE $135,567 Frankford, DE $135,567 Frederica, DE $134,667

Georgetown, DE $134,667 Greenwood, DE $134,667 Harbeson, DE $134,667 Harrington, DE $134,667 Hartly, DE $132,650 Houston, DE $134,667 Kenton, DE $132,714 Laurel, DE $133,254

Yorklyn, DE $131,943

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

Understanding how a Database 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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$120,301

Average $130,119/year

$142,372

$10,025

Average $10,843/month

$11,864

$2,313

Average $2,502/week

$2,738

$58

Average $63/hour

$68

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$142,372	$11,864	$2,738	$68
Average	$130,119	$10,843	$2,502	$63
25th Percentile	$120,301	$10,025	$2,313	$58

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