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

A Lead Software Developer's salary grows with experience: starting around $134,955 for beginners, reaching about $137,081 at mid-level, and approach $141,854 for experts.

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

Lead Software Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Software Developer roles are District of Columbia $154,723, California $154,137, Massachusetts $152,082. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Lead Software Developer level roles vary by specialization: Software Systems Developer VI: $191,650; Software Systems Developer V: $165,868; Software Developer IV: $148,920; Software Engineer IV: $148,915; Software Developer Team Lead: $144,845.

Lead Software Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Software Developer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Software Developer in Delaware is $141,518 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $68.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $163,349
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $130,704 to $152,945
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $120,859

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Lead Software Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$152,945	$12,745	$2,941	$74
Average	$141,518	$11,793	$2,721	$68
25th Percentile	$130,704	$10,892	$2,514	$63

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Software Developer Salaries

A Lead 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 Lead Software Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead 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): $134,955
Early Career (1-2 years): $135,773
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $137,081
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $139,042
Expert (over 8 years): $141,854

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Lead Software Developer	$134,955
Intermediate Level Lead Software Developer	$135,773
Senior Level Lead Software Developer	$137,081
Specialist Level Lead Software Developer	$139,042
Expert Level Lead Software Developer	$141,854

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

District of Columbia: $154,723.
California: $154,137.
Massachusetts: $152,082.

District of Columbia $154,723 California $154,137 Massachusetts $152,082 Washington $151,523 New Jersey $151,467 Alaska $151,272 Connecticut $149,343 New York $148,561

Hawaii $146,059 Rhode Island $144,886 Maryland $144,089 Minnesota $142,999 Colorado $142,580 Illinois $142,440 Oregon $141,909 Delaware $141,518

New Hampshire $141,272 Virginia $140,721 Pennsylvania $139,114 Nevada $138,304 North Dakota $138,038 Michigan $137,619 Wisconsin $137,465 Vermont $137,158

Texas $136,305 Maine $136,249 Arizona $136,166 Ohio $136,068 Georgia $134,782 Indiana $134,139 Wyoming $134,014 Utah $133,818

Iowa $133,734 Kansas $133,063 Louisiana $132,868 North Carolina $132,798 Missouri $132,770 Florida $132,225 Montana $131,931 Nebraska $131,652

Kentucky $131,498 South Carolina $130,939 Tennessee $130,590 Idaho $130,450 New Mexico $129,430 Oklahoma $129,206 Alabama $128,382 South Dakota $126,998

Arkansas $126,244 West Virginia $125,839 Mississippi $124,623

Top Paying Cities for Lead 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: $146,465
Little Creek: $145,109
Magnolia: $145,710

Lincoln, DE $146,465 Little Creek, DE $145,109 Magnolia, DE $145,710 Milford, DE $146,465 Marydel, DE $144,564 Millsboro, DE $146,465 Millville, DE $147,443 Milton, DE $146,465

Nassau, DE $146,465 Ocean View, DE $147,443 Rehoboth Beach, DE $147,443 Seaford, DE $144,927 Selbyville, DE $147,443 Smyrna, DE $144,396 Viola, DE $145,710 Woodside, DE $145,291

Bear, DE $143,334 Newark, DE $143,390 Claymont, DE $143,502 Delaware City, DE $143,390 Hockessin, DE $143,502 Kirkwood, DE $143,390 Middletown, DE $144,103 Montchanin, DE $143,502

New Castle, DE $143,502 Odessa, DE $144,299 Port Penn, DE $142,999 Rockland, DE $143,502 Saint Georges, DE $143,390 Townsend, DE $144,089 Winterthur, DE $143,502 Lewes, DE $146,465

Wilmington, DE $143,502 Dover, DE $145,039 Dover Afb, DE $145,375 Bethany Beach, DE $147,443 Bethel, DE $144,927 Bridgeville, DE $146,465 Camden Wyoming, DE $145,193 Cheswold, DE $144,704

Clayton, DE $144,341 Dagsboro, DE $147,443 Delmar, DE $144,927 Ellendale, DE $146,465 Felton, DE $146,465 Fenwick Island, DE $147,443 Frankford, DE $147,443 Frederica, DE $146,465

Georgetown, DE $146,465 Greenwood, DE $146,465 Harbeson, DE $146,465 Harrington, DE $146,465 Hartly, DE $144,271 Houston, DE $146,465 Kenton, DE $144,341 Laurel, DE $144,927

Yorklyn, DE $143,502

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

Understanding how a Lead 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.

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$130,704

Average $141,518/year

$152,945

$10,892

Average $11,793/month

$12,745

$2,514

Average $2,721/week

$2,941

$63

Average $68/hour

$74

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$152,945	$12,745	$2,941	$74
Average	$141,518	$11,793	$2,721	$68
25th Percentile	$130,704	$10,892	$2,514	$63

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