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

A Lead Developer's salary grows with experience: a UI Designer/Developer II (2-4 years)earns $91,807, a UI Designer/Developer III (4-7 years)earns $118,005, an UI Designer/Developer IV (7+ years)earns $142,767, a UI Designer/Developer V (7-10 years)earns $162,681, an Lead Developer (10+ years)earns $158,159,

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Developer?

Lead Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Developer roles are District of Columbia $169,778, California $169,134, Massachusetts $166,880. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Developer roles make?

Salaries for Lead Developer level roles vary by specialization: Lead PHP Developer: $170,641; Lead Applications Developer: $158,565; Lead Application Developer: $157,715; Lead Python Developer: $142,014; Lead Software Developer: $139,772.

Lead Developer Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Lead Developer make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Developer in Rhode Island is $158,983 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $76.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $180,399
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $145,368 to $170,193
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $132,972

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Lead Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$170,193	$14,183	$3,273	$82
Average	$158,983	$13,249	$3,057	$76
25th Percentile	$145,368	$12,114	$2,796	$70

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Developer Salaries

A Lead 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 Lead Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead 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): $91,807
Early Career (1-2 years): $118,005
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $142,767
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $162,681
Expert (over 8 years): $158,159

Levels	Salary
UI Design... Level Lead Developer	$91,807
UI Design... Level Lead Developer	$118,005
UI Design... Level Lead Developer	$142,767
UI Design... Level Lead Developer	$162,681
Lead Deve... Level Lead Developer	$158,159

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

District of Columbia: $169,778.
California: $169,134.
Massachusetts: $166,880.

District of Columbia $169,778 California $169,134 Massachusetts $166,880 Washington $166,267 New Jersey $166,205 Alaska $165,991 Connecticut $163,874 New York $163,016

Hawaii $160,271 Rhode Island $158,983 Maryland $158,109 Minnesota $156,913 Colorado $156,453 Illinois $156,299 Oregon $155,717 Delaware $155,287

New Hampshire $155,018 Virginia $154,413 Pennsylvania $152,650 Nevada $151,761 North Dakota $151,469 Michigan $151,009 Wisconsin $150,841 Vermont $150,503

Texas $149,568 Maine $149,507 Arizona $149,414 Ohio $149,307 Georgia $147,896 Indiana $147,191 Wyoming $147,053 Utah $146,838

Iowa $146,746 Kansas $146,010 Louisiana $145,796 North Carolina $145,719 Missouri $145,688 Florida $145,090 Montana $144,768 Nebraska $144,462

Kentucky $144,293 South Carolina $143,680 Tennessee $143,296 Idaho $143,143 New Mexico $142,024 Oklahoma $141,778 Alabama $140,873 South Dakota $139,355

Arkansas $138,527 West Virginia $138,083 Mississippi $136,749

Top Paying Cities for Lead 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:

Adamsville: $160,970
Albion: $159,610
Ashaway: $160,665

Adamsville, RI $160,970 Albion, RI $159,610 Ashaway, RI $160,665 Barrington, RI $159,190 Block Island, RI $160,076 Bradford, RI $160,568 Bristol, RI $159,803 Carolina, RI $160,303

Charlestown, RI $160,361 Chepachet, RI $160,042 Clayville, RI $159,596 Coventry, RI $159,604 West Greenwich, RI $160,044 East Greenwich, RI $159,497 Exeter, RI $160,000 Fiskeville, RI $159,187

Forestdale, RI $160,414 Foster, RI $159,958 Glendale, RI $160,426 Greene, RI $160,168 Greenville, RI $159,248 Harmony, RI $159,454 Harrisville, RI $160,357 Hope, RI $159,287

Hope Valley, RI $160,524 Hopkinton, RI $160,736 Jamestown, RI $160,199 Kenyon, RI $160,283 Little Compton, RI $160,946 Manville, RI $159,820 Mapleville, RI $160,073 Newport, RI $160,360

Middletown, RI $160,430 North Kingstown, RI $159,771 North Scituate, RI $159,455 Oakland, RI $160,246 Pascoag, RI $160,463 Pawtucket, RI $158,952 Central Falls, RI $159,023 Cumberland, RI $159,926

Lincoln, RI $159,182 Portsmouth, RI $160,343 Prudence Island, RI $160,013 Rockville, RI $160,711 Saunderstown, RI $160,102 Shannock, RI $160,292 Slatersville, RI $160,415 Slocum, RI $160,098

Tiverton, RI $160,831 Wakefield, RI $160,239 Kingston, RI $160,177 Narragansett, RI $160,283 Peace Dale, RI $160,219 Warren, RI $159,601 Warwick, RI $159,156 Westerly, RI $160,703

West Kingston, RI $160,228 West Warwick, RI $159,351 Wood River Junction, RI $160,457 Woonsocket, RI $160,423 North Smithfield, RI $160,058 Wyoming, RI $160,292 Providence, RI $158,906 Cranston, RI $158,928

North Providence, RI $158,946 East Providence, RI $158,917 Riverside, RI $158,968 Rumford, RI $158,945 Smithfield, RI $159,267 Johnston, RI $159,000

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

Understanding how a Lead 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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$145,368

Average $158,983/year

$170,193

$12,114

Average $13,249/month

$14,183

$2,796

Average $3,057/week

$3,273

$70

Average $76/hour

$82

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$170,193	$14,183	$3,273	$82
Average	$158,983	$13,249	$3,057	$76
25th Percentile	$145,368	$12,114	$2,796	$70

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