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: starting around $120,100 for beginners, reaching about $121,520 at mid-level, and approach $128,538 for experts.

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 $133,947, California $133,439, Massachusetts $131,660. 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: $109,473; Games Producer: $98,676; Games Manager: $73,569; Games Artist: $59,613; Table Games Floor Supervisor: $56,869.

Games Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Games Developer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Games Developer in Delaware is $122,514 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): $140,693
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $112,285 to $132,030
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $102,972

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Games Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$132,030	$11,002	$2,539	$63
Average	$122,514	$10,210	$2,356	$59
25th Percentile	$112,285	$9,357	$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): $120,100
Early Career (1-2 years): $120,384
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $121,520
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $126,261
Expert (over 8 years): $128,538

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Games Developer	$120,100
Intermediate Level Games Developer	$120,384
Senior Level Games Developer	$121,520
Specialist Level Games Developer	$126,261
Expert Level Games Developer	$128,538

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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: $133,947.
California: $133,439.
Massachusetts: $131,660.

District of Columbia $133,947 California $133,439 Massachusetts $131,660 Washington $131,176 New Jersey $131,128 Alaska $130,959 Connecticut $129,289 New York $128,612

Hawaii $126,446 Rhode Island $125,430 Maryland $124,740 Minnesota $123,797 Colorado $123,434 Illinois $123,313 Oregon $122,853 Delaware $122,514

New Hampshire $122,301 Virginia $121,825 Pennsylvania $120,434 Nevada $119,732 North Dakota $119,502 Michigan $119,139 Wisconsin $119,006 Vermont $118,740

Texas $118,002 Maine $117,954 Arizona $117,881 Ohio $117,796 Georgia $116,683 Indiana $116,127 Wyoming $116,018 Utah $115,849

Iowa $115,776 Kansas $115,195 Louisiana $115,026 North Carolina $114,965 Missouri $114,941 Florida $114,469 Montana $114,215 Nebraska $113,973

Kentucky $113,840 South Carolina $113,356 Tennessee $113,054 Idaho $112,933 New Mexico $112,050 Oklahoma $111,856 Alabama $111,142 South Dakota $109,945

Arkansas $109,292 West Virginia $108,941 Mississippi $107,888

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: $126,797
Little Creek: $125,624
Magnolia: $126,144

Lincoln, DE $126,797 Little Creek, DE $125,624 Magnolia, DE $126,144 Milford, DE $126,797 Marydel, DE $125,152 Millsboro, DE $126,797 Millville, DE $127,644 Milton, DE $126,797

Nassau, DE $126,797 Ocean View, DE $127,644 Rehoboth Beach, DE $127,644 Seaford, DE $125,466 Selbyville, DE $127,644 Smyrna, DE $125,007 Viola, DE $126,144 Woodside, DE $125,781

Bear, DE $124,087 Newark, DE $124,136 Claymont, DE $124,232 Delaware City, DE $124,136 Hockessin, DE $124,232 Kirkwood, DE $124,136 Middletown, DE $124,753 Montchanin, DE $124,232

New Castle, DE $124,232 Odessa, DE $124,922 Port Penn, DE $123,797 Rockland, DE $124,232 Saint Georges, DE $124,136 Townsend, DE $124,740 Winterthur, DE $124,232 Lewes, DE $126,797

Wilmington, DE $124,232 Dover, DE $125,563 Dover Afb, DE $125,853 Bethany Beach, DE $127,644 Bethel, DE $125,466 Bridgeville, DE $126,797 Camden Wyoming, DE $125,696 Cheswold, DE $125,273

Clayton, DE $124,958 Dagsboro, DE $127,644 Delmar, DE $125,466 Ellendale, DE $126,797 Felton, DE $126,797 Fenwick Island, DE $127,644 Frankford, DE $127,644 Frederica, DE $126,797

Georgetown, DE $126,797 Greenwood, DE $126,797 Harbeson, DE $126,797 Harrington, DE $126,797 Hartly, DE $124,898 Houston, DE $126,797 Kenton, DE $124,958 Laurel, DE $125,466

Yorklyn, DE $124,232

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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$112,285

Average $122,514/year

$132,030

$9,357

Average $10,210/month

$11,002

$2,159

Average $2,356/week

$2,539

$54

Average $59/hour

$63

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$132,030	$11,002	$2,539	$63
Average	$122,514	$10,210	$2,356	$59
25th Percentile	$112,285	$9,357	$2,159	$54

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