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

A Games Developer's salary grows with experience: an Applications Programmer I (0-2 years)earns $73,320, an Applications Programmer II (2-4 years)earns $95,767, an Games Developer (4-7 years)earns $123,214, an Applications Programmer IV (7+ years)earns $144,384, an Applications Programmer V (7-10 years)earns $167,785,

What are the highest paying states for a Games Developer?

Games Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Games Developer roles are District of Columbia $133,935, California $133,427, Massachusetts $131,648. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Games Developer roles make?

Salaries for Games Developer level roles vary by specialization: Games Designer: $109,476; Games Producer: $98,637; Games Manager: $73,655; Games Artist: $59,630; Table Games Floor Supervisor: $56,940.

Games Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Games Developer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Games Developer in Delaware is $122,503 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $59.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $140,661
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $112,266 to $132,007
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $102,945

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Games Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$132,007	$11,001	$2,539	$63
Average	$122,503	$10,209	$2,356	$59
25th Percentile	$112,266	$9,355	$2,159	$54

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Key Factors That Influence Games Developer Salaries

A Games 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 Games Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Games 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): $73,320
Early Career (1-2 years): $95,767
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $123,214
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $144,384
Expert (over 8 years): $167,785

Levels	Salary
Applicati... Level Games Developer	$73,320
Applicati... Level Games Developer	$95,767
Games Dev... Level Games Developer	$123,214
Applicati... Level Games Developer	$144,384
Applicati... Level Games Developer	$167,785

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

District of Columbia: $133,935.
California: $133,427.
Massachusetts: $131,648.

District of Columbia $133,935 California $133,427 Massachusetts $131,648 Washington $131,165 New Jersey $131,116 Alaska $130,947 Connecticut $129,277 New York $128,600

Hawaii $126,435 Rhode Island $125,419 Maryland $124,729 Minnesota $123,786 Colorado $123,423 Illinois $123,302 Oregon $122,842 Delaware $122,503

New Hampshire $122,290 Virginia $121,814 Pennsylvania $120,423 Nevada $119,721 North Dakota $119,491 Michigan $119,128 Wisconsin $118,995 Vermont $118,729

Texas $117,991 Maine $117,943 Arizona $117,870 Ohio $117,786 Georgia $116,673 Indiana $116,116 Wyoming $116,007 Utah $115,838

Iowa $115,765 Kansas $115,185 Louisiana $115,015 North Carolina $114,955 Missouri $114,931 Florida $114,459 Montana $114,205 Nebraska $113,963

Kentucky $113,830 South Carolina $113,346 Tennessee $113,044 Idaho $112,923 New Mexico $112,040 Oklahoma $111,846 Alabama $111,132 South Dakota $109,935

Arkansas $109,282 West Virginia $108,931 Mississippi $107,878

Top Paying Cities for Games 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: $121,952
Little Creek: $122,844
Magnolia: $122,668

Lincoln, DE $121,952 Little Creek, DE $122,844 Magnolia, DE $122,668 Milford, DE $122,261 Marydel, DE $122,462 Millsboro, DE $121,440 Millville, DE $121,627 Milton, DE $121,838

Nassau, DE $121,926 Ocean View, DE $121,607 Rehoboth Beach, DE $121,840 Seaford, DE $121,909 Selbyville, DE $121,405 Smyrna, DE $122,929 Viola, DE $122,363 Woodside, DE $122,692

Bear, DE $122,409 Newark, DE $122,363 Claymont, DE $122,613 Delaware City, DE $122,485 Hockessin, DE $122,352 Kirkwood, DE $122,462 Middletown, DE $122,509 Montchanin, DE $122,380

New Castle, DE $122,398 Odessa, DE $122,570 Port Penn, DE $122,652 Rockland, DE $122,392 Saint Georges, DE $122,471 Townsend, DE $122,659 Winterthur, DE $122,407 Lewes, DE $121,885

Wilmington, DE $122,358 Dover, DE $122,844 Dover Afb, DE $122,197 Bethany Beach, DE $121,479 Bethel, DE $121,604 Bridgeville, DE $121,891 Camden Wyoming, DE $122,498 Cheswold, DE $122,804

Clayton, DE $122,808 Dagsboro, DE $121,394 Delmar, DE $121,199 Ellendale, DE $121,567 Felton, DE $122,252 Fenwick Island, DE $121,421 Frankford, DE $121,209 Frederica, DE $122,373

Georgetown, DE $121,348 Greenwood, DE $121,911 Harbeson, DE $121,477 Harrington, DE $122,097 Hartly, DE $122,477 Houston, DE $121,923 Kenton, DE $122,814 Laurel, DE $121,275

Yorklyn, DE $122,388

Games Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Games 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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$112,266

Average $122,503/year

$132,007

$9,355

Average $10,209/month

$11,001

$2,159

Average $2,356/week

$2,539

$54

Average $59/hour

$63

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$132,007	$11,001	$2,539	$63
Average	$122,503	$10,209	$2,356	$59
25th Percentile	$112,266	$9,355	$2,159	$54

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