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

A Lead Scrum Master's salary grows with experience: a Scrum Master I (0-2 years)earns $95,983, a Scrum Master II (2-4 years)earns $113,128, a Scrum Master III (4-7 years)earns $131,238, a Lead Scrum Master (7+ years)earns $145,142, a Scrum Program Manager (7+ years)earns $146,176,

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Scrum Master?

Lead Scrum Master salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Scrum Master roles are District of Columbia $159,250, California $158,646, Massachusetts $156,531. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Scrum Master roles make?

Salaries for Lead Scrum Master level roles vary by specialization: Expert Agile Scrum Master: $141,400; Scrum Master IV: $141,315; Certified Scrum Master: $129,697; Scrum Master III: $127,778; Scrum Master: $111,835.

Lead Scrum Master Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Scrum Master make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Scrum Master in Delaware is $145,658 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $159,073
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $136,529 to $152,680
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $128,218

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Lead Scrum Master Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$152,680	$12,723	$2,936	$73
Average	$145,658	$12,138	$2,801	$70
25th Percentile	$136,529	$11,377	$2,626	$66

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Scrum Master Salaries

A Lead Scrum Master'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 Scrum Master Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Scrum Master'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): $95,983
Early Career (1-2 years): $113,128
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $131,238
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $145,142
Expert (over 8 years): $146,176

Levels	Salary
Scrum Mas... Level Lead Scrum Master	$95,983
Scrum Mas... Level Lead Scrum Master	$113,128
Scrum Mas... Level Lead Scrum Master	$131,238
Lead Scru... Level Lead Scrum Master	$145,142
Scrum Pro... Level Lead Scrum Master	$146,176

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

District of Columbia: $159,250.
California: $158,646.
Massachusetts: $156,531.

District of Columbia $159,250 California $158,646 Massachusetts $156,531 Washington $155,956 New Jersey $155,898 Alaska $155,697 Connecticut $153,712 New York $152,907

Hawaii $150,332 Rhode Island $149,124 Maryland $148,304 Minnesota $147,182 Colorado $146,751 Illinois $146,607 Oregon $146,060 Delaware $145,658

New Hampshire $145,405 Virginia $144,838 Pennsylvania $143,184 Nevada $142,350 North Dakota $142,076 Michigan $141,645 Wisconsin $141,487 Vermont $141,170

Texas $140,293 Maine $140,235 Arizona $140,149 Ohio $140,048 Georgia $138,725 Indiana $138,063 Wyoming $137,934 Utah $137,733

Iowa $137,646 Kansas $136,956 Louisiana $136,755 North Carolina $136,683 Missouri $136,654 Florida $136,093 Montana $135,791 Nebraska $135,503

Kentucky $135,345 South Carolina $134,770 Tennessee $134,410 Idaho $134,266 New Mexico $133,216 Oklahoma $132,986 Alabama $132,138 South Dakota $130,714

Arkansas $129,937 West Virginia $129,520 Mississippi $128,268

Top Paying Cities for Lead Scrum Masters

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: $150,749
Little Creek: $149,354
Magnolia: $149,973

Lincoln, DE $150,749 Little Creek, DE $149,354 Magnolia, DE $149,973 Milford, DE $150,749 Marydel, DE $148,793 Millsboro, DE $150,749 Millville, DE $151,756 Milton, DE $150,749

Nassau, DE $150,749 Ocean View, DE $151,756 Rehoboth Beach, DE $151,756 Seaford, DE $149,167 Selbyville, DE $151,756 Smyrna, DE $148,621 Viola, DE $149,973 Woodside, DE $149,541

Bear, DE $147,527 Newark, DE $147,585 Claymont, DE $147,700 Delaware City, DE $147,585 Hockessin, DE $147,700 Kirkwood, DE $147,585 Middletown, DE $148,319 Montchanin, DE $147,700

New Castle, DE $147,700 Odessa, DE $148,520 Port Penn, DE $147,182 Rockland, DE $147,700 Saint Georges, DE $147,585 Townsend, DE $148,304 Winterthur, DE $147,700 Lewes, DE $150,749

Wilmington, DE $147,700 Dover, DE $149,282 Dover Afb, DE $149,627 Bethany Beach, DE $151,756 Bethel, DE $149,167 Bridgeville, DE $150,749 Camden Wyoming, DE $149,440 Cheswold, DE $148,937

Clayton, DE $148,563 Dagsboro, DE $151,756 Delmar, DE $149,167 Ellendale, DE $150,749 Felton, DE $150,749 Fenwick Island, DE $151,756 Frankford, DE $151,756 Frederica, DE $150,749

Georgetown, DE $150,749 Greenwood, DE $150,749 Harbeson, DE $150,749 Harrington, DE $150,749 Hartly, DE $148,491 Houston, DE $150,749 Kenton, DE $148,563 Laurel, DE $149,167

Yorklyn, DE $147,700

Lead Scrum Master Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Scrum Master'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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$136,529

Average $145,658/year

$152,680

$11,377

Average $12,138/month

$12,723

$2,626

Average $2,801/week

$2,936

$66

Average $70/hour

$73

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$152,680	$12,723	$2,936	$73
Average	$145,658	$12,138	$2,801	$70
25th Percentile	$136,529	$11,377	$2,626	$66

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