What are the main factors that influence a Facebook Software Engineer's salary?

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

How does experience change a Facebook Software Engineer's salary?

A Facebook Software Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $128,196 for beginners, reaching about $130,946 at mid-level, and approach $135,320 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Facebook Software Engineer?

Facebook Software Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Facebook Software Engineer roles are District of Columbia $148,141, California $147,579, Massachusetts $145,612. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Facebook Software Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Facebook Software Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Embedded Software Engineer VI: $220,058; Software Engineer V: $171,165; Software Engineer IV: $148,915; Embedded Software Engineer IV: $141,490; Software Engineer III: $128,703.

Facebook Software Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Facebook Software Engineer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Facebook Software Engineer in Delaware is $135,497 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $65.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $143,613
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $125,629 to $139,746
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $116,645

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Facebook Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$139,746	$11,645	$2,687	$67
Average	$135,497	$11,291	$2,606	$65
25th Percentile	$125,629	$10,469	$2,416	$60

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Key Factors That Influence Facebook Software Engineer Salaries

A Facebook Software Engineer'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 Facebook Software Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Facebook Software Engineer'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): $128,196
Early Career (1-2 years): $129,113
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $130,946
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $133,329
Expert (over 8 years): $135,320

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Facebook Software Engineer	$128,196
Intermediate Level Facebook Software Engineer	$129,113
Senior Level Facebook Software Engineer	$130,946
Specialist Level Facebook Software Engineer	$133,329
Expert Level Facebook Software Engineer	$135,320

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How Do Facebook Software Engineer 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 Facebook Software Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $148,141.
California: $147,579.
Massachusetts: $145,612.

District of Columbia $148,141 California $147,579 Massachusetts $145,612 Washington $145,077 New Jersey $145,024 Alaska $144,836 Connecticut $142,990 New York $142,241

Hawaii $139,846 Rhode Island $138,722 Maryland $137,959 Minnesota $136,915 Colorado $136,514 Illinois $136,380 Oregon $135,872 Delaware $135,497

New Hampshire $135,262 Virginia $134,735 Pennsylvania $133,196 Nevada $132,420 North Dakota $132,166 Michigan $131,764 Wisconsin $131,617 Vermont $131,323

Texas $130,507 Maine $130,453 Arizona $130,373 Ohio $130,279 Georgia $129,048 Indiana $128,433 Wyoming $128,312 Utah $128,125

Iowa $128,045 Kansas $127,402 Louisiana $127,215 North Carolina $127,148 Missouri $127,121 Florida $126,600 Montana $126,319 Nebraska $126,051

Kentucky $125,904 South Carolina $125,369 Tennessee $125,034 Idaho $124,900 New Mexico $123,924 Oklahoma $123,710 Alabama $122,920 South Dakota $121,596

Arkansas $120,873 West Virginia $120,485 Mississippi $119,321

Top Paying Cities for Facebook Software Engineers

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: $140,234
Little Creek: $138,936
Magnolia: $139,511

Lincoln, DE $140,234 Little Creek, DE $138,936 Magnolia, DE $139,511 Milford, DE $140,234 Marydel, DE $138,414 Millsboro, DE $140,234 Millville, DE $141,170 Milton, DE $140,234

Nassau, DE $140,234 Ocean View, DE $141,170 Rehoboth Beach, DE $141,170 Seaford, DE $138,762 Selbyville, DE $141,170 Smyrna, DE $138,253 Viola, DE $139,511 Woodside, DE $139,110

Bear, DE $137,237 Newark, DE $137,290 Claymont, DE $137,397 Delaware City, DE $137,290 Hockessin, DE $137,397 Kirkwood, DE $137,290 Middletown, DE $137,972 Montchanin, DE $137,397

New Castle, DE $137,397 Odessa, DE $138,160 Port Penn, DE $136,915 Rockland, DE $137,397 Saint Georges, DE $137,290 Townsend, DE $137,959 Winterthur, DE $137,397 Lewes, DE $140,234

Wilmington, DE $137,397 Dover, DE $138,869 Dover Afb, DE $139,190 Bethany Beach, DE $141,170 Bethel, DE $138,762 Bridgeville, DE $140,234 Camden Wyoming, DE $139,016 Cheswold, DE $138,548

Clayton, DE $138,200 Dagsboro, DE $141,170 Delmar, DE $138,762 Ellendale, DE $140,234 Felton, DE $140,234 Fenwick Island, DE $141,170 Frankford, DE $141,170 Frederica, DE $140,234

Georgetown, DE $140,234 Greenwood, DE $140,234 Harbeson, DE $140,234 Harrington, DE $140,234 Hartly, DE $138,133 Houston, DE $140,234 Kenton, DE $138,200 Laurel, DE $138,762

Yorklyn, DE $137,397

Facebook Software Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Facebook Software Engineer'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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$125,629

Average $135,497/year

$139,746

$10,469

Average $11,291/month

$11,645

$2,416

Average $2,606/week

$2,687

$60

Average $65/hour

$67

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$139,746	$11,645	$2,687	$67
Average	$135,497	$11,291	$2,606	$65
25th Percentile	$125,629	$10,469	$2,416	$60

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