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

A Jr. Software Developer's salary grows with experience: starting around $83,888 for beginners, reaching about $86,030 at mid-level, and approach $86,503 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Jr. Software Developer?

Jr. Software Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Jr. Software Developer roles are District of Columbia $92,815, California $92,463, Massachusetts $91,231. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Jr. Software Developer roles make?

Salaries for Jr. Software Developer level roles vary by specialization: Software Systems Developer VI: $191,650; Software Systems Developer V: $165,868; Software Systems Developer IV: $143,119; Software Developer: $129,310; Salesforce Jr Developer: $110,818.

Jr. Software Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Jr. Software Developer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Jr. Software Developer in Delaware is $84,894 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,193
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,924 to $91,331
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,579

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Jr. Software Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,331	$7,611	$1,756	$44
Average	$84,894	$7,074	$1,633	$41
25th Percentile	$77,924	$6,494	$1,499	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Jr. Software Developer Salaries

A Jr. 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 Jr. Software Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Jr. 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): $83,888
Early Career (1-2 years): $84,610
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $86,030
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $86,314
Expert (over 8 years): $86,503

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Jr. Software Developer	$83,888
Intermediate Level Jr. Software Developer	$84,610
Senior Level Jr. Software Developer	$86,030
Specialist Level Jr. Software Developer	$86,314
Expert Level Jr. Software Developer	$86,503

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

District of Columbia: $92,815.
California: $92,463.
Massachusetts: $91,231.

District of Columbia $92,815 California $92,463 Massachusetts $91,231 Washington $90,896 New Jersey $90,862 Alaska $90,745 Connecticut $89,588 New York $89,119

Hawaii $87,618 Rhode Island $86,914 Maryland $86,436 Minnesota $85,782 Colorado $85,531 Illinois $85,447 Oregon $85,128 Delaware $84,894

New Hampshire $84,746 Virginia $84,416 Pennsylvania $83,452 Nevada $82,966 North Dakota $82,806 Michigan $82,555 Wisconsin $82,463 Vermont $82,278

Texas $81,767 Maine $81,733 Arizona $81,683 Ohio $81,624 Georgia $80,853 Indiana $80,467 Wyoming $80,392 Utah $80,275

Iowa $80,224 Kansas $79,822 Louisiana $79,705 North Carolina $79,663 Missouri $79,646 Florida $79,319 Montana $79,143 Nebraska $78,975

Kentucky $78,883 South Carolina $78,548 Tennessee $78,338 Idaho $78,254 New Mexico $77,642 Oklahoma $77,508 Alabama $77,014 South Dakota $76,184

Arkansas $75,731 West Virginia $75,488 Mississippi $74,759

Top Paying Cities for Jr. 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: $87,861
Little Creek: $87,048
Magnolia: $87,408

Lincoln, DE $87,861 Little Creek, DE $87,048 Magnolia, DE $87,408 Milford, DE $87,861 Marydel, DE $86,721 Millsboro, DE $87,861 Millville, DE $88,448 Milton, DE $87,861

Nassau, DE $87,861 Ocean View, DE $88,448 Rehoboth Beach, DE $88,448 Seaford, DE $86,939 Selbyville, DE $88,448 Smyrna, DE $86,621 Viola, DE $87,408 Woodside, DE $87,157

Bear, DE $85,983 Newark, DE $86,017 Claymont, DE $86,084 Delaware City, DE $86,017 Hockessin, DE $86,084 Kirkwood, DE $86,017 Middletown, DE $86,444 Montchanin, DE $86,084

New Castle, DE $86,084 Odessa, DE $86,562 Port Penn, DE $85,782 Rockland, DE $86,084 Saint Georges, DE $86,017 Townsend, DE $86,436 Winterthur, DE $86,084 Lewes, DE $87,861

Wilmington, DE $86,084 Dover, DE $87,006 Dover Afb, DE $87,207 Bethany Beach, DE $88,448 Bethel, DE $86,939 Bridgeville, DE $87,861 Camden Wyoming, DE $87,098 Cheswold, DE $86,805

Clayton, DE $86,587 Dagsboro, DE $88,448 Delmar, DE $86,939 Ellendale, DE $87,861 Felton, DE $87,861 Fenwick Island, DE $88,448 Frankford, DE $88,448 Frederica, DE $87,861

Georgetown, DE $87,861 Greenwood, DE $87,861 Harbeson, DE $87,861 Harrington, DE $87,861 Hartly, DE $86,545 Houston, DE $87,861 Kenton, DE $86,587 Laurel, DE $86,939

Yorklyn, DE $86,084

Jr. Software Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Jr. 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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$77,924

Average $84,894/year

$91,331

$6,494

Average $7,074/month

$7,611

$1,499

Average $1,633/week

$1,756

$37

Average $41/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,331	$7,611	$1,756	$44
Average	$84,894	$7,074	$1,633	$41
25th Percentile	$77,924	$6,494	$1,499	$37

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