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

A Project Developer's salary grows with experience: a Web Software Developer I (0-2 years)earns $73,034, a Project Developer (2-4 years)earns $102,075, a Web Software Developer III (4-7 years)earns $117,680, a Web Software Developer IV (7+ years)earns $138,513, a Web Software Development Manager (7+ years)earns $150,417,

What are the highest paying states for a Project Developer?

Project Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Project Developer roles are District of Columbia $112,346, California $111,920, Massachusetts $110,429. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Project Developer roles make?

Salaries for Project Developer level roles vary by specialization: Software Systems Developer V: $165,913; Software Developer III: $128,690; Lead Java Developer: $128,240; Java Developer, Sr.: $128,234; Associate Project Developer: $115,981.

Project Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Project Developer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Developer in Delaware is $102,758 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $120,476
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $92,488 to $112,032
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $83,138

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Project Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$112,032	$9,336	$2,154	$54
Average	$102,758	$8,563	$1,976	$49
25th Percentile	$92,488	$7,707	$1,779	$44

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Key Factors That Influence Project Developer Salaries

A Project 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 Project Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Project 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): $73,034
Early Career (1-2 years): $102,075
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $117,680
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $138,513
Expert (over 8 years): $150,417

Levels	Salary
Web Softw... Level Project Developer	$73,034
Project D... Level Project Developer	$102,075
Web Softw... Level Project Developer	$117,680
Web Softw... Level Project Developer	$138,513
Web Softw... Level Project Developer	$150,417

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

District of Columbia: $112,346.
California: $111,920.
Massachusetts: $110,429.

District of Columbia $112,346 California $111,920 Massachusetts $110,429 Washington $110,023 New Jersey $109,982 Alaska $109,840 Connecticut $108,440 New York $107,872

Hawaii $106,055 Rhode Island $105,203 Maryland $104,625 Minnesota $103,833 Colorado $103,529 Illinois $103,427 Oregon $103,042 Delaware $102,758

New Hampshire $102,579 Virginia $102,179 Pennsylvania $101,012 Nevada $100,424 North Dakota $100,231 Michigan $99,927 Wisconsin $99,815 Vermont $99,592

Texas $98,973 Maine $98,932 Arizona $98,871 Ohio $98,800 Georgia $97,867 Indiana $97,400 Wyoming $97,309 Utah $97,167

Iowa $97,106 Kansas $96,619 Louisiana $96,477 North Carolina $96,426 Missouri $96,406 Florida $96,010 Montana $95,797 Nebraska $95,594

Kentucky $95,482 South Carolina $95,076 Tennessee $94,823 Idaho $94,721 New Mexico $93,981 Oklahoma $93,818 Alabama $93,220 South Dakota $92,215

Arkansas $91,667 West Virginia $91,373 Mississippi $90,490

Top Paying Cities for Project 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: $106,350
Little Creek: $105,365
Magnolia: $105,802

Lincoln, DE $106,350 Little Creek, DE $105,365 Magnolia, DE $105,802 Milford, DE $106,350 Marydel, DE $104,970 Millsboro, DE $106,350 Millville, DE $107,060 Milton, DE $106,350

Nassau, DE $106,350 Ocean View, DE $107,060 Rehoboth Beach, DE $107,060 Seaford, DE $105,233 Selbyville, DE $107,060 Smyrna, DE $104,848 Viola, DE $105,802 Woodside, DE $105,497

Bear, DE $104,077 Newark, DE $104,117 Claymont, DE $104,199 Delaware City, DE $104,117 Hockessin, DE $104,199 Kirkwood, DE $104,117 Middletown, DE $104,635 Montchanin, DE $104,199

New Castle, DE $104,199 Odessa, DE $104,777 Port Penn, DE $103,833 Rockland, DE $104,199 Saint Georges, DE $104,117 Townsend, DE $104,625 Winterthur, DE $104,199 Lewes, DE $106,350

Wilmington, DE $104,199 Dover, DE $105,315 Dover Afb, DE $105,558 Bethany Beach, DE $107,060 Bethel, DE $105,233 Bridgeville, DE $106,350 Camden Wyoming, DE $105,426 Cheswold, DE $105,071

Clayton, DE $104,807 Dagsboro, DE $107,060 Delmar, DE $105,233 Ellendale, DE $106,350 Felton, DE $106,350 Fenwick Island, DE $107,060 Frankford, DE $107,060 Frederica, DE $106,350

Georgetown, DE $106,350 Greenwood, DE $106,350 Harbeson, DE $106,350 Harrington, DE $106,350 Hartly, DE $104,757 Houston, DE $106,350 Kenton, DE $104,807 Laurel, DE $105,233

Yorklyn, DE $104,199

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

Understanding how a Project 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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$92,488

Average $102,758/year

$112,032

$7,707

Average $8,563/month

$9,336

$1,779

Average $1,976/week

$2,154

$44

Average $49/hour

$54

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$112,032	$9,336	$2,154	$54
Average	$102,758	$8,563	$1,976	$49
25th Percentile	$92,488	$7,707	$1,779	$44

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