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

A Junior Software Developer's salary grows with experience: a Junior Software Developer (0-2 years)earns $72,746, a Web Software Developer II (2-4 years)earns $101,670, a Web Software Developer III (4-7 years)earns $117,227, a Web Software Developer IV (7+ years)earns $137,954, a Web Software Development Manager (7+ years)earns $149,808,

What are the highest paying states for a Junior Software Developer?

Junior Software Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Junior Software Developer roles are District of Columbia $80,364, California $80,059, Massachusetts $78,992. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Junior Software Developer roles make?

Salaries for Junior Software Developer level roles vary by specialization: Software Developer: $129,299; Software Developer III: $128,790; Junior IOS Developer: $113,870; Junior Mobile Developer: $104,960; Junior Software Programmer: $81,267.

Junior Software Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Junior Software Developer make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Junior Software Developer in Delaware is $73,505 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,209
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $67,199 to $83,819
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,458

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Junior Software Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,819	$6,985	$1,612	$40
Average	$73,505	$6,125	$1,414	$35
25th Percentile	$67,199	$5,600	$1,292	$32

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Key Factors That Influence Junior Software Developer Salaries

A Junior Software 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 Junior Software Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Junior Software 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): $72,746
Early Career (1-2 years): $101,670
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $117,227
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $137,954
Expert (over 8 years): $149,808

Levels	Salary
Junior So... Level Junior Software Developer	$72,746
Web Softw... Level Junior Software Developer	$101,670
Web Softw... Level Junior Software Developer	$117,227
Web Softw... Level Junior Software Developer	$137,954
Web Softw... Level Junior Software Developer	$149,808

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

District of Columbia: $80,364.
California: $80,059.
Massachusetts: $78,992.

District of Columbia $80,364 California $80,059 Massachusetts $78,992 Washington $78,702 New Jersey $78,673 Alaska $78,571 Connecticut $77,569 New York $77,163

Hawaii $75,864 Rhode Island $75,254 Maryland $74,840 Minnesota $74,274 Colorado $74,056 Illinois $73,984 Oregon $73,708 Delaware $73,505

New Hampshire $73,377 Virginia $73,091 Pennsylvania $72,256 Nevada $71,835 North Dakota $71,697 Michigan $71,480 Wisconsin $71,400 Vermont $71,240

Texas $70,797 Maine $70,768 Arizona $70,725 Ohio $70,674 Georgia $70,006 Indiana $69,672 Wyoming $69,607 Utah $69,505

Iowa $69,462 Kansas $69,113 Louisiana $69,012 North Carolina $68,976 Missouri $68,961 Florida $68,678 Montana $68,526 Nebraska $68,380

Kentucky $68,301 South Carolina $68,010 Tennessee $67,829 Idaho $67,756 New Mexico $67,226 Oklahoma $67,110 Alabama $66,682 South Dakota $65,963

Arkansas $65,571 West Virginia $65,361 Mississippi $64,729

Top Paying Cities for Junior Software 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: $76,074
Little Creek: $75,370
Magnolia: $75,682

Lincoln, DE $76,074 Little Creek, DE $75,370 Magnolia, DE $75,682 Milford, DE $76,074 Marydel, DE $75,087 Millsboro, DE $76,074 Millville, DE $76,582 Milton, DE $76,074

Nassau, DE $76,074 Ocean View, DE $76,582 Rehoboth Beach, DE $76,582 Seaford, DE $75,276 Selbyville, DE $76,582 Smyrna, DE $75,000 Viola, DE $75,682 Woodside, DE $75,464

Bear, DE $74,448 Newark, DE $74,477 Claymont, DE $74,535 Delaware City, DE $74,477 Hockessin, DE $74,535 Kirkwood, DE $74,477 Middletown, DE $74,847 Montchanin, DE $74,535

New Castle, DE $74,535 Odessa, DE $74,949 Port Penn, DE $74,274 Rockland, DE $74,535 Saint Georges, DE $74,477 Townsend, DE $74,840 Winterthur, DE $74,535 Lewes, DE $76,074

Wilmington, DE $74,535 Dover, DE $75,334 Dover Afb, DE $75,508 Bethany Beach, DE $76,582 Bethel, DE $75,276 Bridgeville, DE $76,074 Camden Wyoming, DE $75,414 Cheswold, DE $75,160

Clayton, DE $74,971 Dagsboro, DE $76,582 Delmar, DE $75,276 Ellendale, DE $76,074 Felton, DE $76,074 Fenwick Island, DE $76,582 Frankford, DE $76,582 Frederica, DE $76,074

Georgetown, DE $76,074 Greenwood, DE $76,074 Harbeson, DE $76,074 Harrington, DE $76,074 Hartly, DE $74,935 Houston, DE $76,074 Kenton, DE $74,971 Laurel, DE $75,276

Yorklyn, DE $74,535

Junior Software Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Junior Software 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.

Last Updated on February 01, 2026

$67,199

Average $73,505/year

$83,819

$5,600

Average $6,125/month

$6,985

$1,292

Average $1,414/week

$1,612

$32

Average $35/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,819	$6,985	$1,612	$40
Average	$73,505	$6,125	$1,414	$35
25th Percentile	$67,199	$5,600	$1,292	$32

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