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

A Computer Software Developer's salary grows with experience: starting around $94,256 for beginners, reaching about $95,974 at mid-level, and approach $98,900 for experts.

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

Computer Software Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Computer Software Developer roles are District of Columbia $106,809, California $106,404, Massachusetts $104,986. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Computer 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; computer software engineering: $139,299; Computer Software Engineer: $130,580.

Computer Software Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Computer Software Developer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer Software Developer in Delaware is $97,693 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $118,574
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $85,318 to $108,623
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,050

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Computer Software Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$108,623	$9,052	$2,089	$52
Average	$97,693	$8,141	$1,879	$47
25th Percentile	$85,318	$7,110	$1,641	$41

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Key Factors That Influence Computer Software Developer Salaries

A Computer 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 Computer Software Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computer 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): $94,256
Early Career (1-2 years): $94,771
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $95,974
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $97,350
Expert (over 8 years): $98,900

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Computer Software Developer	$94,256
Intermediate Level Computer Software Developer	$94,771
Senior Level Computer Software Developer	$95,974
Specialist Level Computer Software Developer	$97,350
Expert Level Computer Software Developer	$98,900

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

District of Columbia: $106,809.
California: $106,404.
Massachusetts: $104,986.

District of Columbia $106,809 California $106,404 Massachusetts $104,986 Washington $104,600 New Jersey $104,562 Alaska $104,427 Connecticut $103,095 New York $102,555

Hawaii $100,828 Rhode Island $100,018 Maryland $99,468 Minnesota $98,716 Colorado $98,426 Illinois $98,330 Oregon $97,963 Delaware $97,693

New Hampshire $97,523 Virginia $97,143 Pennsylvania $96,034 Nevada $95,474 North Dakota $95,291 Michigan $95,002 Wisconsin $94,896 Vermont $94,683

Texas $94,095 Maine $94,056 Arizona $93,999 Ohio $93,931 Georgia $93,043 Indiana $92,600 Wyoming $92,513 Utah $92,378

Iowa $92,320 Kansas $91,857 Louisiana $91,722 North Carolina $91,674 Missouri $91,654 Florida $91,278 Montana $91,076 Nebraska $90,883

Kentucky $90,776 South Carolina $90,391 Tennessee $90,149 Idaho $90,053 New Mexico $89,349 Oklahoma $89,194 Alabama $88,625 South Dakota $87,670

Arkansas $87,149 West Virginia $86,870 Mississippi $86,030

Top Paying Cities for Computer 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: $101,108
Little Creek: $100,172
Magnolia: $100,587

Lincoln, DE $101,108 Little Creek, DE $100,172 Magnolia, DE $100,587 Milford, DE $101,108 Marydel, DE $99,796 Millsboro, DE $101,108 Millville, DE $101,783 Milton, DE $101,108

Nassau, DE $101,108 Ocean View, DE $101,783 Rehoboth Beach, DE $101,783 Seaford, DE $100,047 Selbyville, DE $101,783 Smyrna, DE $99,680 Viola, DE $100,587 Woodside, DE $100,298

Bear, DE $98,947 Newark, DE $98,986 Claymont, DE $99,063 Delaware City, DE $98,986 Hockessin, DE $99,063 Kirkwood, DE $98,986 Middletown, DE $99,478 Montchanin, DE $99,063

New Castle, DE $99,063 Odessa, DE $99,613 Port Penn, DE $98,716 Rockland, DE $99,063 Saint Georges, DE $98,986 Townsend, DE $99,468 Winterthur, DE $99,063 Lewes, DE $101,108

Wilmington, DE $99,063 Dover, DE $100,124 Dover Afb, DE $100,356 Bethany Beach, DE $101,783 Bethel, DE $100,047 Bridgeville, DE $101,108 Camden Wyoming, DE $100,230 Cheswold, DE $99,893

Clayton, DE $99,642 Dagsboro, DE $101,783 Delmar, DE $100,047 Ellendale, DE $101,108 Felton, DE $101,108 Fenwick Island, DE $101,783 Frankford, DE $101,783 Frederica, DE $101,108

Georgetown, DE $101,108 Greenwood, DE $101,108 Harbeson, DE $101,108 Harrington, DE $101,108 Hartly, DE $99,594 Houston, DE $101,108 Kenton, DE $99,642 Laurel, DE $100,047

Yorklyn, DE $99,063

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

Understanding how a Computer 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

$85,318

Average $97,693/year

$108,623

$7,110

Average $8,141/month

$9,052

$1,641

Average $1,879/week

$2,089

$41

Average $47/hour

$52

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$108,623	$9,052	$2,089	$52
Average	$97,693	$8,141	$1,879	$47
25th Percentile	$85,318	$7,110	$1,641	$41

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