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

A Front End Software Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $124,655 for beginners, reaching about $126,942 at mid-level, and approach $135,544 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Front End Software Engineer?

Front End Software Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Front End Software Engineer roles are District of Columbia $142,197, California $141,657, Massachusetts $139,769. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Front End Software Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Front End Software Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Principal Software Engineer, Front End: $172,685; Manager Software Engineering Front End: $169,778; Principal Front End Engineer: $157,739; Senior Software Engineer Front End: $146,088; Staff Software Engineer Front End: $127,549.

Front End Software Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Front End Software Engineer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Front End Software Engineer in Delaware is $130,060 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $151,648
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $119,928 to $141,360
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $110,703

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Front End Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,360	$11,780	$2,718	$68
Average	$130,060	$10,838	$2,501	$63
25th Percentile	$119,928	$9,994	$2,306	$58

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Key Factors That Influence Front End Software Engineer Salaries

A Front End 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 Front End Software Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Front End 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): $124,655
Early Career (1-2 years): $125,417
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $126,942
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $132,553
Expert (over 8 years): $135,544

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Front End Software Engineer	$124,655
Intermediate Level Front End Software Engineer	$125,417
Senior Level Front End Software Engineer	$126,942
Specialist Level Front End Software Engineer	$132,553
Expert Level Front End Software Engineer	$135,544

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

District of Columbia: $142,197.
California: $141,657.
Massachusetts: $139,769.

District of Columbia $142,197 California $141,657 Massachusetts $139,769 Washington $139,256 New Jersey $139,204 Alaska $139,024 Connecticut $137,252 New York $136,533

Hawaii $134,234 Rhode Island $133,155 Maryland $132,423 Minnesota $131,421 Colorado $131,036 Illinois $130,908 Oregon $130,420 Delaware $130,060

New Hampshire $129,834 Virginia $129,328 Pennsylvania $127,851 Nevada $127,106 North Dakota $126,862 Michigan $126,477 Wisconsin $126,336 Vermont $126,053

Texas $125,270 Maine $125,218 Arizona $125,141 Ohio $125,051 Georgia $123,870 Indiana $123,279 Wyoming $123,163 Utah $122,984

Iowa $122,907 Kansas $122,290 Louisiana $122,110 North Carolina $122,046 Missouri $122,020 Florida $121,520 Montana $121,250 Nebraska $120,993

Kentucky $120,852 South Carolina $120,338 Tennessee $120,017 Idaho $119,888 New Mexico $118,951 Oklahoma $118,745 Alabama $117,988 South Dakota $116,716

Arkansas $116,023 West Virginia $115,650 Mississippi $114,533

Top Paying Cities for Front End 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: $134,606
Little Creek: $133,361
Magnolia: $133,913

Lincoln, DE $134,606 Little Creek, DE $133,361 Magnolia, DE $133,913 Milford, DE $134,606 Marydel, DE $132,860 Millsboro, DE $134,606 Millville, DE $135,505 Milton, DE $134,606

Nassau, DE $134,606 Ocean View, DE $135,505 Rehoboth Beach, DE $135,505 Seaford, DE $133,194 Selbyville, DE $135,505 Smyrna, DE $132,706 Viola, DE $133,913 Woodside, DE $133,528

Bear, DE $131,730 Newark, DE $131,781 Claymont, DE $131,884 Delaware City, DE $131,781 Hockessin, DE $131,884 Kirkwood, DE $131,781 Middletown, DE $132,436 Montchanin, DE $131,884

New Castle, DE $131,884 Odessa, DE $132,616 Port Penn, DE $131,421 Rockland, DE $131,884 Saint Georges, DE $131,781 Townsend, DE $132,423 Winterthur, DE $131,884 Lewes, DE $134,606

Wilmington, DE $131,884 Dover, DE $133,296 Dover Afb, DE $133,605 Bethany Beach, DE $135,505 Bethel, DE $133,194 Bridgeville, DE $134,606 Camden Wyoming, DE $133,438 Cheswold, DE $132,988

Clayton, DE $132,654 Dagsboro, DE $135,505 Delmar, DE $133,194 Ellendale, DE $134,606 Felton, DE $134,606 Fenwick Island, DE $135,505 Frankford, DE $135,505 Frederica, DE $134,606

Georgetown, DE $134,606 Greenwood, DE $134,606 Harbeson, DE $134,606 Harrington, DE $134,606 Hartly, DE $132,590 Houston, DE $134,606 Kenton, DE $132,654 Laurel, DE $133,194

Yorklyn, DE $131,884

Front End Software Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Front End 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

$119,928

Average $130,060/year

$141,360

$9,994

Average $10,838/month

$11,780

$2,306

Average $2,501/week

$2,718

$58

Average $63/hour

$68

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,360	$11,780	$2,718	$68
Average	$130,060	$10,838	$2,501	$63
25th Percentile	$119,928	$9,994	$2,306	$58

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