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

A Freelance Software Developer's salary grows with experience: starting around $96,814 for beginners, reaching about $103,681 at mid-level, and approach $104,502 for experts.

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

Freelance Software Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Freelance Software Developer roles are District of Columbia $107,909, California $107,500, Massachusetts $106,067. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Freelance Software Developer level roles vary by specialization: Software Systems Developer IV: $143,119; Freelance Ios Developer: $135,952; Software Developer: $129,310; Freelance Software Engineer: $103,359; Freelance Web Developer: $101,427.

Freelance Software Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Freelance Software Developer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Freelance Software Developer in Delaware is $98,699 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $110,309
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $87,386 to $104,776
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $77,085

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Freelance Software Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,776	$8,731	$2,015	$50
Average	$98,699	$8,225	$1,898	$47
25th Percentile	$87,386	$7,282	$1,680	$42

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Key Factors That Influence Freelance Software Developer Salaries

A Freelance 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 Freelance Software Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Freelance 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): $96,814
Early Career (1-2 years): $99,941
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $103,681
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $104,228
Expert (over 8 years): $104,502

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Freelance Software Developer	$96,814
Intermediate Level Freelance Software Developer	$99,941
Senior Level Freelance Software Developer	$103,681
Specialist Level Freelance Software Developer	$104,228
Expert Level Freelance Software Developer	$104,502

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

District of Columbia: $107,909.
California: $107,500.
Massachusetts: $106,067.

District of Columbia $107,909 California $107,500 Massachusetts $106,067 Washington $105,677 New Jersey $105,638 Alaska $105,502 Connecticut $104,157 New York $103,611

Hawaii $101,867 Rhode Island $101,048 Maryland $100,492 Minnesota $99,732 Colorado $99,440 Illinois $99,342 Oregon $98,972 Delaware $98,699

New Hampshire $98,528 Virginia $98,144 Pennsylvania $97,023 Nevada $96,458 North Dakota $96,272 Michigan $95,980 Wisconsin $95,873 Vermont $95,658

Texas $95,064 Maine $95,025 Arizona $94,966 Ohio $94,898 Georgia $94,002 Indiana $93,553 Wyoming $93,465 Utah $93,329

Iowa $93,271 Kansas $92,803 Louisiana $92,666 North Carolina $92,618 Missouri $92,598 Florida $92,218 Montana $92,013 Nebraska $91,818

Kentucky $91,711 South Carolina $91,321 Tennessee $91,078 Idaho $90,980 New Mexico $90,269 Oklahoma $90,113 Alabama $89,538 South Dakota $88,573

Arkansas $88,047 West Virginia $87,764 Mississippi $86,916

Top Paying Cities for Freelance 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: $102,149
Little Creek: $101,204
Magnolia: $101,623

Lincoln, DE $102,149 Little Creek, DE $101,204 Magnolia, DE $101,623 Milford, DE $102,149 Marydel, DE $100,824 Millsboro, DE $102,149 Millville, DE $102,832 Milton, DE $102,149

Nassau, DE $102,149 Ocean View, DE $102,832 Rehoboth Beach, DE $102,832 Seaford, DE $101,077 Selbyville, DE $102,832 Smyrna, DE $100,707 Viola, DE $101,623 Woodside, DE $101,331

Bear, DE $99,966 Newark, DE $100,005 Claymont, DE $100,083 Delaware City, DE $100,005 Hockessin, DE $100,083 Kirkwood, DE $100,005 Middletown, DE $100,502 Montchanin, DE $100,083

New Castle, DE $100,083 Odessa, DE $100,639 Port Penn, DE $99,732 Rockland, DE $100,083 Saint Georges, DE $100,005 Townsend, DE $100,492 Winterthur, DE $100,083 Lewes, DE $102,149

Wilmington, DE $100,083 Dover, DE $101,155 Dover Afb, DE $101,389 Bethany Beach, DE $102,832 Bethel, DE $101,077 Bridgeville, DE $102,149 Camden Wyoming, DE $101,262 Cheswold, DE $100,921

Clayton, DE $100,668 Dagsboro, DE $102,832 Delmar, DE $101,077 Ellendale, DE $102,149 Felton, DE $102,149 Fenwick Island, DE $102,832 Frankford, DE $102,832 Frederica, DE $102,149

Georgetown, DE $102,149 Greenwood, DE $102,149 Harbeson, DE $102,149 Harrington, DE $102,149 Hartly, DE $100,619 Houston, DE $102,149 Kenton, DE $100,668 Laurel, DE $101,077

Yorklyn, DE $100,083

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

Understanding how a Freelance 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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$87,386

Average $98,699/year

$104,776

$7,282

Average $8,225/month

$8,731

$1,680

Average $1,898/week

$2,015

$42

Average $47/hour

$50

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,776	$8,731	$2,015	$50
Average	$98,699	$8,225	$1,898	$47
25th Percentile	$87,386	$7,282	$1,680	$42

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