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

A Game Software Developer's salary grows with experience: starting around $105,999 for beginners, reaching about $109,077 at mid-level, and approach $114,674 for experts.

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

Game Software Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Game Software Developer roles are District of Columbia $121,296, California $120,836, Massachusetts $119,225. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Game Software Developer level roles vary by specialization: Game Software Engineer: $114,853; Senior Game Developer: $114,351; Remedy Game Developer: $111,095; Mobile Game Developer: $107,891; Lead Game Developer: $107,783.

Game Software Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Game Software Developer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Game Software Developer in Delaware is $110,943 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $136,605
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $103,365 to $124,376
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $96,466

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Game Software Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$124,376	$10,365	$2,392	$60
Average	$110,943	$9,245	$2,134	$53
25th Percentile	$103,365	$8,614	$1,988	$50

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Key Factors That Influence Game Software Developer Salaries

A Game 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 Game Software Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Game 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): $105,999
Early Career (1-2 years): $106,194
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $109,077
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $114,301
Expert (over 8 years): $114,674

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Game Software Developer	$105,999
Intermediate Level Game Software Developer	$106,194
Senior Level Game Software Developer	$109,077
Specialist Level Game Software Developer	$114,301
Expert Level Game Software Developer	$114,674

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

District of Columbia: $121,296.
California: $120,836.
Massachusetts: $119,225.

District of Columbia $121,296 California $120,836 Massachusetts $119,225 Washington $118,787 New Jersey $118,743 Alaska $118,590 Connecticut $117,078 New York $116,465

Hawaii $114,504 Rhode Island $113,584 Maryland $112,959 Minnesota $112,105 Colorado $111,776 Illinois $111,666 Oregon $111,250 Delaware $110,943

New Hampshire $110,750 Virginia $110,319 Pennsylvania $109,059 Nevada $108,424 North Dakota $108,215 Michigan $107,887 Wisconsin $107,766 Vermont $107,525

Texas $106,857 Maine $106,813 Arizona $106,747 Ohio $106,671 Georgia $105,663 Indiana $105,159 Wyoming $105,060 Utah $104,907

Iowa $104,841 Kansas $104,315 Louisiana $104,162 North Carolina $104,107 Missouri $104,085 Florida $103,658 Montana $103,428 Nebraska $103,209

Kentucky $103,088 South Carolina $102,650 Tennessee $102,376 Idaho $102,267 New Mexico $101,467 Oklahoma $101,292 Alabama $100,645 South Dakota $99,561

Arkansas $98,969 West Virginia $98,652 Mississippi $97,698

Top Paying Cities for Game 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: $114,821
Little Creek: $113,759
Magnolia: $114,230

Lincoln, DE $114,821 Little Creek, DE $113,759 Magnolia, DE $114,230 Milford, DE $114,821 Marydel, DE $113,332 Millsboro, DE $114,821 Millville, DE $115,588 Milton, DE $114,821

Nassau, DE $114,821 Ocean View, DE $115,588 Rehoboth Beach, DE $115,588 Seaford, DE $113,616 Selbyville, DE $115,588 Smyrna, DE $113,200 Viola, DE $114,230 Woodside, DE $113,901

Bear, DE $112,367 Newark, DE $112,411 Claymont, DE $112,499 Delaware City, DE $112,411 Hockessin, DE $112,499 Kirkwood, DE $112,411 Middletown, DE $112,970 Montchanin, DE $112,499

New Castle, DE $112,499 Odessa, DE $113,123 Port Penn, DE $112,105 Rockland, DE $112,499 Saint Georges, DE $112,411 Townsend, DE $112,959 Winterthur, DE $112,499 Lewes, DE $114,821

Wilmington, DE $112,499 Dover, DE $113,704 Dover Afb, DE $113,967 Bethany Beach, DE $115,588 Bethel, DE $113,616 Bridgeville, DE $114,821 Camden Wyoming, DE $113,825 Cheswold, DE $113,441

Clayton, DE $113,156 Dagsboro, DE $115,588 Delmar, DE $113,616 Ellendale, DE $114,821 Felton, DE $114,821 Fenwick Island, DE $115,588 Frankford, DE $115,588 Frederica, DE $114,821

Georgetown, DE $114,821 Greenwood, DE $114,821 Harbeson, DE $114,821 Harrington, DE $114,821 Hartly, DE $113,101 Houston, DE $114,821 Kenton, DE $113,156 Laurel, DE $113,616

Yorklyn, DE $112,499

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

Understanding how a Game 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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$103,365

Average $110,943/year

$124,376

$8,614

Average $9,245/month

$10,365

$1,988

Average $2,134/week

$2,392

$50

Average $53/hour

$60

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$124,376	$10,365	$2,392	$60
Average	$110,943	$9,245	$2,134	$53
25th Percentile	$103,365	$8,614	$1,988	$50

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