What are the main factors that influence an Application Programmer's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Application Programmer?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Application Programmer roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change An Application Programmer's salary?

An Application Programmer's salary grows with experience: an Applications Programmer I (0-2 years)earns $73,112, an Application Programmer (2-4 years)earns $95,478, an Applications Programmer III (4-7 years)earns $122,861, an Applications Programmer IV (7+ years)earns $143,987, an Applications Programmer V (7-10 years)earns $167,338,

What are the highest paying states for an Application Programmer?

Application Programmer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Application Programmer roles are District of Columbia $103,634, California $103,241, Massachusetts $101,865. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Application Programmer roles make?

Salaries for Application Programmer level roles vary by specialization: Application Programmer Analyst V: $166,900; Business Application Delivery Programmer V: $150,869; Application Programmer Analyst IV: $143,700; Business Application Delivery Programmer IV: $134,831; Application Programmer Analyst III: $122,600.

Application Programmer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Application Programmer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Application Programmer in Delaware is $94,789 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

However, an Application Programmer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $108,809
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $84,870 to $102,128
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,840

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Application Programmer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,128	$8,511	$1,964	$49
Average	$94,789	$7,899	$1,823	$46
25th Percentile	$84,870	$7,073	$1,632	$41

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Key Factors That Influence Application Programmer Salaries

An Application Programmer'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 Application Programmer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Application Programmer'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): $73,112
Early Career (1-2 years): $95,478
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $122,861
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $143,987
Expert (over 8 years): $167,338

Levels	Salary
Applicati... Level Application Programmer	$73,112
Applicati... Level Application Programmer	$95,478
Applicati... Level Application Programmer	$122,861
Applicati... Level Application Programmer	$143,987
Applicati... Level Application Programmer	$167,338

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How Do Application Programmer 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 Application Programmers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $103,634.
California: $103,241.
Massachusetts: $101,865.

District of Columbia $103,634 California $103,241 Massachusetts $101,865 Washington $101,491 New Jersey $101,453 Alaska $101,322 Connecticut $100,031 New York $99,506

Hawaii $97,831 Rhode Island $97,045 Maryland $96,511 Minnesota $95,781 Colorado $95,500 Illinois $95,407 Oregon $95,051 Delaware $94,789

New Hampshire $94,624 Virginia $94,255 Pennsylvania $93,179 Nevada $92,636 North Dakota $92,458 Michigan $92,177 Wisconsin $92,075 Vermont $91,869

Texas $91,298 Maine $91,260 Arizona $91,204 Ohio $91,139 Georgia $90,277 Indiana $89,847 Wyoming $89,763 Utah $89,632

Iowa $89,575 Kansas $89,126 Louisiana $88,995 North Carolina $88,948 Missouri $88,930 Florida $88,565 Montana $88,368 Nebraska $88,181

Kentucky $88,078 South Carolina $87,703 Tennessee $87,469 Idaho $87,376 New Mexico $86,693 Oklahoma $86,543 Alabama $85,991 South Dakota $85,064

Arkansas $84,558 West Virginia $84,287 Mississippi $83,473

Top Paying Cities for Application Programmers

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: $94,362
Little Creek: $95,053
Magnolia: $94,916

Lincoln, DE $94,362 Little Creek, DE $95,053 Magnolia, DE $94,916 Milford, DE $94,602 Marydel, DE $94,757 Millsboro, DE $93,966 Millville, DE $94,111 Milton, DE $94,274

Nassau, DE $94,342 Ocean View, DE $94,095 Rehoboth Beach, DE $94,276 Seaford, DE $94,329 Selbyville, DE $93,939 Smyrna, DE $95,118 Viola, DE $94,680 Woodside, DE $94,935

Bear, DE $94,716 Newark, DE $94,680 Claymont, DE $94,874 Delaware City, DE $94,775 Hockessin, DE $94,672 Kirkwood, DE $94,757 Middletown, DE $94,794 Montchanin, DE $94,693

New Castle, DE $94,707 Odessa, DE $94,840 Port Penn, DE $94,904 Rockland, DE $94,703 Saint Georges, DE $94,764 Townsend, DE $94,910 Winterthur, DE $94,714 Lewes, DE $94,311

Wilmington, DE $94,677 Dover, DE $95,053 Dover Afb, DE $94,552 Bethany Beach, DE $93,996 Bethel, DE $94,093 Bridgeville, DE $94,315 Camden Wyoming, DE $94,785 Cheswold, DE $95,022

Clayton, DE $95,025 Dagsboro, DE $93,931 Delmar, DE $93,780 Ellendale, DE $94,064 Felton, DE $94,594 Fenwick Island, DE $93,951 Frankford, DE $93,787 Frederica, DE $94,688

Georgetown, DE $93,895 Greenwood, DE $94,330 Harbeson, DE $93,995 Harrington, DE $94,474 Hartly, DE $94,768 Houston, DE $94,340 Kenton, DE $95,029 Laurel, DE $93,839

Yorklyn, DE $94,700

Application Programmer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Application Programmer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Application Programmer positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Application Programmer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Application Programmer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$123,226	$59.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$118,486	$57.0	25%
Financial Services	$113,747	$55.0	20%
Biotechnology	$109,007	$52.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$104,268	$50.0	10%

Application Programmer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Application Programmer'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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$84,870

Average $94,789/year

$102,128

$7,073

Average $7,899/month

$8,511

$1,632

Average $1,823/week

$1,964

$41

Average $46/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,128	$8,511	$1,964	$49
Average	$94,789	$7,899	$1,823	$46
25th Percentile	$84,870	$7,073	$1,632	$41

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