What are the main factors that influence a Research Software Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change a Research Software Engineer's salary?

A Research Software Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $108,044 for beginners, reaching about $109,748 at mid-level, and approach $116,102 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Research Software Engineer?

Research Software Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Research Software Engineer roles are District of Columbia $123,715, California $123,246, Massachusetts $121,603. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Research Software Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Research Software Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Embedded Software Engineer VI: $220,058; Software Engineer V: $171,165; Software Engineer IV: $148,915; Embedded Software Engineer IV: $141,490; Software Engineer III: $128,703.

Research Software Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Research Software Engineer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Research Software Engineer in Delaware is $113,156 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $123,377
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $100,888 to $118,506
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $89,718

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Research Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$118,506	$9,876	$2,279	$57
Average	$113,156	$9,430	$2,176	$54
25th Percentile	$100,888	$8,407	$1,940	$49

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Key Factors That Influence Research Software Engineer Salaries

A Research Software Engineer'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 Research Software Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Research Software Engineer'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): $108,044
Early Career (1-2 years): $108,896
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $109,748
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $112,816
Expert (over 8 years): $116,102

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Research Software Engineer	$108,044
Intermediate Level Research Software Engineer	$108,896
Senior Level Research Software Engineer	$109,748
Specialist Level Research Software Engineer	$112,816
Expert Level Research Software Engineer	$116,102

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How Do Research Software Engineer 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 Research Software Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $123,715.
California: $123,246.
Massachusetts: $121,603.

District of Columbia $123,715 California $123,246 Massachusetts $121,603 Washington $121,156 New Jersey $121,112 Alaska $120,955 Connecticut $119,413 New York $118,788

Hawaii $116,788 Rhode Island $115,849 Maryland $115,212 Minnesota $114,340 Colorado $114,005 Illinois $113,894 Oregon $113,469 Delaware $113,156

New Hampshire $112,959 Virginia $112,519 Pennsylvania $111,234 Nevada $110,586 North Dakota $110,374 Michigan $110,039 Wisconsin $109,916 Vermont $109,670

Texas $108,988 Maine $108,944 Arizona $108,877 Ohio $108,798 Georgia $107,770 Indiana $107,256 Wyoming $107,156 Utah $106,999

Iowa $106,932 Kansas $106,396 Louisiana $106,240 North Carolina $106,184 Missouri $106,161 Florida $105,726 Montana $105,491 Nebraska $105,267

Kentucky $105,145 South Carolina $104,698 Tennessee $104,418 Idaho $104,306 New Mexico $103,491 Oklahoma $103,312 Alabama $102,653 South Dakota $101,547

Arkansas $100,943 West Virginia $100,619 Mississippi $99,647

Top Paying Cities for Research Software Engineers

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: $117,112
Little Creek: $116,028
Magnolia: $116,508

Lincoln, DE $117,112 Little Creek, DE $116,028 Magnolia, DE $116,508 Milford, DE $117,112 Marydel, DE $115,592 Millsboro, DE $117,112 Millville, DE $117,894 Milton, DE $117,112

Nassau, DE $117,112 Ocean View, DE $117,894 Rehoboth Beach, DE $117,894 Seaford, DE $115,882 Selbyville, DE $117,894 Smyrna, DE $115,458 Viola, DE $116,508 Woodside, DE $116,173

Bear, DE $114,609 Newark, DE $114,653 Claymont, DE $114,743 Delaware City, DE $114,653 Hockessin, DE $114,743 Kirkwood, DE $114,653 Middletown, DE $115,223 Montchanin, DE $114,743

New Castle, DE $114,743 Odessa, DE $115,380 Port Penn, DE $114,340 Rockland, DE $114,743 Saint Georges, DE $114,653 Townsend, DE $115,212 Winterthur, DE $114,743 Lewes, DE $117,112

Wilmington, DE $114,743 Dover, DE $115,972 Dover Afb, DE $116,240 Bethany Beach, DE $117,894 Bethel, DE $115,882 Bridgeville, DE $117,112 Camden Wyoming, DE $116,095 Cheswold, DE $115,704

Clayton, DE $115,413 Dagsboro, DE $117,894 Delmar, DE $115,882 Ellendale, DE $117,112 Felton, DE $117,112 Fenwick Island, DE $117,894 Frankford, DE $117,894 Frederica, DE $117,112

Georgetown, DE $117,112 Greenwood, DE $117,112 Harbeson, DE $117,112 Harrington, DE $117,112 Hartly, DE $115,357 Houston, DE $117,112 Kenton, DE $115,413 Laurel, DE $115,882

Yorklyn, DE $114,743

Research Software Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Research Software Engineer'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

$100,888

Average $113,156/year

$118,506

$8,407

Average $9,430/month

$9,876

$1,940

Average $2,176/week

$2,279

$49

Average $54/hour

$57

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$118,506	$9,876	$2,279	$57
Average	$113,156	$9,430	$2,176	$54
25th Percentile	$100,888	$8,407	$1,940	$49

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