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

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change a Developer Team Lead's salary?

A Developer Team Lead's salary grows with experience: starting around $146,435 for beginners, reaching about $149,069 at mid-level, and approach $154,174 for experts.

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

Developer Team Lead salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Developer Team Lead roles are District of Columbia $168,217, California $167,579, Massachusetts $165,345. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Developer Team Lead level roles vary by specialization: Lead Developer: $153,314; Software Developer Team Lead: $144,845; Web Applications Developer - Team Lead: $139,710; Asset Team Lead: $122,634; Merchandise Team Lead: $119,459.

Developer Team Lead Salary in Delaware

How much does a Developer Team Lead make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Developer Team Lead in Delaware is $153,860 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $175,488
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $141,572 to $165,180
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $130,386

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Developer Team Lead Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$165,180	$13,765	$3,177	$79
Average	$153,860	$12,822	$2,959	$74
25th Percentile	$141,572	$11,798	$2,723	$68

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Key Factors That Influence Developer Team Lead Salaries

A Developer Team Lead'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 Developer Team Lead Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Developer Team Lead'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): $146,435
Early Career (1-2 years): $147,043
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $149,069
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $151,501
Expert (over 8 years): $154,174

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Developer Team Lead	$146,435
Intermediate Level Developer Team Lead	$147,043
Senior Level Developer Team Lead	$149,069
Specialist Level Developer Team Lead	$151,501
Expert Level Developer Team Lead	$154,174

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

District of Columbia: $168,217.
California: $167,579.
Massachusetts: $165,345.

District of Columbia $168,217 California $167,579 Massachusetts $165,345 Washington $164,738 New Jersey $164,677 Alaska $164,464 Connecticut $162,368 New York $161,517

Hawaii $158,797 Rhode Island $157,521 Maryland $156,655 Minnesota $155,470 Colorado $155,014 Illinois $154,862 Oregon $154,285 Delaware $153,860

New Hampshire $153,592 Virginia $152,994 Pennsylvania $151,246 Nevada $150,365 North Dakota $150,076 Michigan $149,621 Wisconsin $149,454 Vermont $149,119

Texas $148,193 Maine $148,132 Arizona $148,041 Ohio $147,934 Georgia $146,536 Indiana $145,838 Wyoming $145,701 Utah $145,488

Iowa $145,397 Kansas $144,668 Louisiana $144,455 North Carolina $144,379 Missouri $144,349 Florida $143,756 Montana $143,437 Nebraska $143,133

Kentucky $142,966 South Carolina $142,358 Tennessee $141,979 Idaho $141,827 New Mexico $140,718 Oklahoma $140,474 Alabama $139,578 South Dakota $138,074

Arkansas $137,254 West Virginia $136,813 Mississippi $135,491

Top Paying Cities for Developer Team Leads

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: $159,238
Little Creek: $157,764
Magnolia: $158,417

Lincoln, DE $159,238 Little Creek, DE $157,764 Magnolia, DE $158,417 Milford, DE $159,238 Marydel, DE $157,172 Millsboro, DE $159,238 Millville, DE $160,301 Milton, DE $159,238

Nassau, DE $159,238 Ocean View, DE $160,301 Rehoboth Beach, DE $160,301 Seaford, DE $157,567 Selbyville, DE $160,301 Smyrna, DE $156,989 Viola, DE $158,417 Woodside, DE $157,962

Bear, DE $155,835 Newark, DE $155,895 Claymont, DE $156,017 Delaware City, DE $155,895 Hockessin, DE $156,017 Kirkwood, DE $155,895 Middletown, DE $156,670 Montchanin, DE $156,017

New Castle, DE $156,017 Odessa, DE $156,883 Port Penn, DE $155,470 Rockland, DE $156,017 Saint Georges, DE $155,895 Townsend, DE $156,655 Winterthur, DE $156,017 Lewes, DE $159,238

Wilmington, DE $156,017 Dover, DE $157,688 Dover Afb, DE $158,053 Bethany Beach, DE $160,301 Bethel, DE $157,567 Bridgeville, DE $159,238 Camden Wyoming, DE $157,855 Cheswold, DE $157,324

Clayton, DE $156,928 Dagsboro, DE $160,301 Delmar, DE $157,567 Ellendale, DE $159,238 Felton, DE $159,238 Fenwick Island, DE $160,301 Frankford, DE $160,301 Frederica, DE $159,238

Georgetown, DE $159,238 Greenwood, DE $159,238 Harbeson, DE $159,238 Harrington, DE $159,238 Hartly, DE $156,853 Houston, DE $159,238 Kenton, DE $156,928 Laurel, DE $157,567

Yorklyn, DE $156,017

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

Understanding how a Developer Team Lead'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 January 01, 2026

$141,572

Average $153,860/year

$165,180

$11,798

Average $12,822/month

$13,765

$2,723

Average $2,959/week

$3,177

$68

Average $74/hour

$79

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$165,180	$13,765	$3,177	$79
Average	$153,860	$12,822	$2,959	$74
25th Percentile	$141,572	$11,798	$2,723	$68

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