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 $75,065, an Applications Programmer II (2-4 years)earns $98,046, an Games Developer (4-7 years)earns $126,146, an Applications Programmer IV (7+ years)earns $147,820, an Applications Programmer V (7-10 years)earns $171,778,

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 Rhode Island

How much does a Games Developer make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Games Developer in Rhode Island is $125,419 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $60.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $144,008
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $114,938 to $135,149
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $105,395

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Games Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$135,149	$11,262	$2,599	$65
Average	$125,419	$10,452	$2,412	$60
25th Percentile	$114,938	$9,578	$2,210	$55

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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): $75,065
Early Career (1-2 years): $98,046
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $126,146
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $147,820
Expert (over 8 years): $171,778

Levels	Salary
Applicati... Level Games Developer	$75,065
Applicati... Level Games Developer	$98,046
Games Dev... Level Games Developer	$126,146
Applicati... Level Games Developer	$147,820
Applicati... Level Games Developer	$171,778

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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:

Adamsville: $126,986
Albion: $125,913
Ashaway: $126,746

Adamsville, RI $126,986 Albion, RI $125,913 Ashaway, RI $126,746 Barrington, RI $125,582 Block Island, RI $126,281 Bradford, RI $126,669 Bristol, RI $126,066 Carolina, RI $126,460

Charlestown, RI $126,506 Chepachet, RI $126,254 Clayville, RI $125,902 Coventry, RI $125,909 West Greenwich, RI $126,256 East Greenwich, RI $125,824 Exeter, RI $126,221 Fiskeville, RI $125,579

Forestdale, RI $126,547 Foster, RI $126,188 Glendale, RI $126,557 Greene, RI $126,354 Greenville, RI $125,628 Harmony, RI $125,790 Harrisville, RI $126,502 Hope, RI $125,658

Hope Valley, RI $126,634 Hopkinton, RI $126,801 Jamestown, RI $126,378 Kenyon, RI $126,444 Little Compton, RI $126,967 Manville, RI $126,079 Mapleville, RI $126,279 Newport, RI $126,505

Middletown, RI $126,561 North Kingstown, RI $126,040 North Scituate, RI $125,791 Oakland, RI $126,415 Pascoag, RI $126,586 Pawtucket, RI $125,394 Central Falls, RI $125,450 Cumberland, RI $126,163

Lincoln, RI $125,576 Portsmouth, RI $126,492 Prudence Island, RI $126,231 Rockville, RI $126,782 Saunderstown, RI $126,302 Shannock, RI $126,452 Slatersville, RI $126,548 Slocum, RI $126,298

Tiverton, RI $126,876 Wakefield, RI $126,409 Kingston, RI $126,361 Narragansett, RI $126,444 Peace Dale, RI $126,394 Warren, RI $125,906 Warwick, RI $125,555 Westerly, RI $126,776

West Kingston, RI $126,401 West Warwick, RI $125,709 Wood River Junction, RI $126,581 Woonsocket, RI $126,554 North Smithfield, RI $126,267 Wyoming, RI $126,452 Providence, RI $125,358 Cranston, RI $125,375

North Providence, RI $125,390 East Providence, RI $125,367 Riverside, RI $125,406 Rumford, RI $125,388 Smithfield, RI $125,642 Johnston, RI $125,432

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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$114,938

Average $125,419/year

$135,149

$9,578

Average $10,452/month

$11,262

$2,210

Average $2,412/week

$2,599

$55

Average $60/hour

$65

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$135,149	$11,262	$2,599	$65
Average	$125,419	$10,452	$2,412	$60
25th Percentile	$114,938	$9,578	$2,210	$55

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