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

A Junior Java Developer's salary grows with experience: starting around $104,375 for beginners, reaching about $108,441 at mid-level, and approach $112,332 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Junior Java Developer?

Junior Java Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Junior Java Developer roles are District of Columbia $117,002, California $116,558, Massachusetts $115,005. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Junior Java Developer roles make?

Salaries for Junior Java Developer level roles vary by specialization: Lead Java Developer: $128,230; Java Developer, Sr.: $128,225; Java Developer II: $108,499; Java Developer, Cloud: $108,446; Junior Java Programmer: $108,414.

Junior Java Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Junior Java Developer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Junior Java Developer in Delaware is $107,016 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $122,871
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $95,832 to $115,315
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $85,649

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Junior Java Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,315	$9,610	$2,218	$55
Average	$107,016	$8,918	$2,058	$51
25th Percentile	$95,832	$7,986	$1,843	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Junior Java Developer Salaries

A Junior Java 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 Junior Java Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Junior Java 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): $104,375
Early Career (1-2 years): $104,686
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $108,441
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $112,073
Expert (over 8 years): $112,332

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Junior Java Developer	$104,375
Intermediate Level Junior Java Developer	$104,686
Senior Level Junior Java Developer	$108,441
Specialist Level Junior Java Developer	$112,073
Expert Level Junior Java Developer	$112,332

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

District of Columbia: $117,002.
California: $116,558.
Massachusetts: $115,005.

District of Columbia $117,002 California $116,558 Massachusetts $115,005 Washington $114,582 New Jersey $114,540 Alaska $114,392 Connecticut $112,934 New York $112,342

Hawaii $110,450 Rhode Island $109,563 Maryland $108,960 Minnesota $108,136 Colorado $107,819 Illinois $107,714 Oregon $107,312 Delaware $107,016

New Hampshire $106,830 Virginia $106,414 Pennsylvania $105,198 Nevada $104,586 North Dakota $104,385 Michigan $104,068 Wisconsin $103,952 Vermont $103,719

Texas $103,074 Maine $103,032 Arizona $102,969 Ohio $102,895 Georgia $101,923 Indiana $101,436 Wyoming $101,341 Utah $101,193

Iowa $101,130 Kansas $100,623 Louisiana $100,475 North Carolina $100,422 Missouri $100,401 Florida $99,989 Montana $99,767 Nebraska $99,555

Kentucky $99,439 South Carolina $99,017 Tennessee $98,752 Idaho $98,647 New Mexico $97,875 Oklahoma $97,706 Alabama $97,083 South Dakota $96,037

Arkansas $95,466 West Virginia $95,159 Mississippi $94,240

Top Paying Cities for Junior Java 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: $110,757
Little Creek: $109,732
Magnolia: $110,186

Lincoln, DE $110,757 Little Creek, DE $109,732 Magnolia, DE $110,186 Milford, DE $110,757 Marydel, DE $109,320 Millsboro, DE $110,757 Millville, DE $111,497 Milton, DE $110,757

Nassau, DE $110,757 Ocean View, DE $111,497 Rehoboth Beach, DE $111,497 Seaford, DE $109,595 Selbyville, DE $111,497 Smyrna, DE $109,193 Viola, DE $110,186 Woodside, DE $109,869

Bear, DE $108,390 Newark, DE $108,432 Claymont, DE $108,517 Delaware City, DE $108,432 Hockessin, DE $108,517 Kirkwood, DE $108,432 Middletown, DE $108,971 Montchanin, DE $108,517

New Castle, DE $108,517 Odessa, DE $109,119 Port Penn, DE $108,136 Rockland, DE $108,517 Saint Georges, DE $108,432 Townsend, DE $108,960 Winterthur, DE $108,517 Lewes, DE $110,757

Wilmington, DE $108,517 Dover, DE $109,679 Dover Afb, DE $109,933 Bethany Beach, DE $111,497 Bethel, DE $109,595 Bridgeville, DE $110,757 Camden Wyoming, DE $109,795 Cheswold, DE $109,425

Clayton, DE $109,151 Dagsboro, DE $111,497 Delmar, DE $109,595 Ellendale, DE $110,757 Felton, DE $110,757 Fenwick Island, DE $111,497 Frankford, DE $111,497 Frederica, DE $110,757

Georgetown, DE $110,757 Greenwood, DE $110,757 Harbeson, DE $110,757 Harrington, DE $110,757 Hartly, DE $109,098 Houston, DE $110,757 Kenton, DE $109,151 Laurel, DE $109,595

Yorklyn, DE $108,517

Junior Java Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Junior Java 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

$95,832

Average $107,016/year

$115,315

$7,986

Average $8,918/month

$9,610

$1,843

Average $2,058/week

$2,218

$46

Average $51/hour

$55

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,315	$9,610	$2,218	$55
Average	$107,016	$8,918	$2,058	$51
25th Percentile	$95,832	$7,986	$1,843	$46

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