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

A Java Software Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $122,053 for beginners, reaching about $124,292 at mid-level, and approach $132,714 for experts.

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

Java Software Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Java Software Engineer roles are District of Columbia $139,228, California $138,700, Massachusetts $136,852. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Java Software Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Senior Java Software Engineer: $149,734; Java Software Architect: $146,789; Java Software Development Engineer Senior: $130,898; Software Engineer III Back End Java: $126,694; Junior Java Software Engineer: $126,357.

Java Software Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Java Software Engineer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Java Software Engineer in Delaware is $127,345 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $61.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $148,482
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $117,425 to $138,409
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $108,393

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Java Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$138,409	$11,534	$2,662	$67
Average	$127,345	$10,612	$2,449	$61
25th Percentile	$117,425	$9,785	$2,258	$56

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Key Factors That Influence Java Software Engineer Salaries

A Java 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 Java Software Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Java 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): $122,053
Early Career (1-2 years): $122,799
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $124,292
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $129,786
Expert (over 8 years): $132,714

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Java Software Engineer	$122,053
Intermediate Level Java Software Engineer	$122,799
Senior Level Java Software Engineer	$124,292
Specialist Level Java Software Engineer	$129,786
Expert Level Java Software Engineer	$132,714

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

District of Columbia: $139,228.
California: $138,700.
Massachusetts: $136,852.

District of Columbia $139,228 California $138,700 Massachusetts $136,852 Washington $136,349 New Jersey $136,298 Alaska $136,122 Connecticut $134,387 New York $133,683

Hawaii $131,432 Rhode Island $130,376 Maryland $129,659 Minnesota $128,678 Colorado $128,301 Illinois $128,175 Oregon $127,697 Delaware $127,345

New Hampshire $127,124 Virginia $126,628 Pennsylvania $125,182 Nevada $124,453 North Dakota $124,214 Michigan $123,837 Wisconsin $123,698 Vermont $123,422

Texas $122,655 Maine $122,604 Arizona $122,529 Ohio $122,441 Georgia $121,284 Indiana $120,706 Wyoming $120,592 Utah $120,416

Iowa $120,341 Kansas $119,737 Louisiana $119,561 North Carolina $119,498 Missouri $119,473 Florida $118,983 Montana $118,719 Nebraska $118,467

Kentucky $118,329 South Carolina $117,826 Tennessee $117,512 Idaho $117,386 New Mexico $116,468 Oklahoma $116,267 Alabama $115,525 South Dakota $114,280

Arkansas $113,601 West Virginia $113,236 Mississippi $112,142

Top Paying Cities for Java 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: $131,796
Little Creek: $130,577
Magnolia: $131,117

Lincoln, DE $131,796 Little Creek, DE $130,577 Magnolia, DE $131,117 Milford, DE $131,796 Marydel, DE $130,086 Millsboro, DE $131,796 Millville, DE $132,677 Milton, DE $131,796

Nassau, DE $131,796 Ocean View, DE $132,677 Rehoboth Beach, DE $132,677 Seaford, DE $130,413 Selbyville, DE $132,677 Smyrna, DE $129,935 Viola, DE $131,117 Woodside, DE $130,740

Bear, DE $128,980 Newark, DE $129,030 Claymont, DE $129,131 Delaware City, DE $129,030 Hockessin, DE $129,131 Kirkwood, DE $129,030 Middletown, DE $129,671 Montchanin, DE $129,131

New Castle, DE $129,131 Odessa, DE $129,847 Port Penn, DE $128,678 Rockland, DE $129,131 Saint Georges, DE $129,030 Townsend, DE $129,659 Winterthur, DE $129,131 Lewes, DE $131,796

Wilmington, DE $129,131 Dover, DE $130,514 Dover Afb, DE $130,816 Bethany Beach, DE $132,677 Bethel, DE $130,413 Bridgeville, DE $131,796 Camden Wyoming, DE $130,652 Cheswold, DE $130,212

Clayton, DE $129,885 Dagsboro, DE $132,677 Delmar, DE $130,413 Ellendale, DE $131,796 Felton, DE $131,796 Fenwick Island, DE $132,677 Frankford, DE $132,677 Frederica, DE $131,796

Georgetown, DE $131,796 Greenwood, DE $131,796 Harbeson, DE $131,796 Harrington, DE $131,796 Hartly, DE $129,822 Houston, DE $131,796 Kenton, DE $129,885 Laurel, DE $130,413

Yorklyn, DE $129,131

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

Understanding how a Java 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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$117,425

Average $127,345/year

$138,409

$9,785

Average $10,612/month

$11,534

$2,258

Average $2,449/week

$2,662

$56

Average $61/hour

$67

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$138,409	$11,534	$2,662	$67
Average	$127,345	$10,612	$2,449	$61
25th Percentile	$117,425	$9,785	$2,258	$56

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