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

A Scientific Software Developer's salary grows with experience: starting around $92,723 for beginners, reaching about $94,399 at mid-level, and approach $99,229 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Scientific Software Developer?

Scientific Software Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Scientific Software Developer roles are District of Columbia $104,429, California $104,033, Massachusetts $102,646. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Scientific Software Developer roles make?

Salaries for Scientific Software Developer level roles vary by specialization: Software Systems Developer VI: $191,650; Software Developer V: $171,170; Software Systems Developer V: $165,868; Software Developer IV: $148,920; Software Systems Developer IV: $143,119.

Scientific Software Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Scientific Software Developer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Scientific Software Developer in Delaware is $95,516 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $108,235
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $87,472 to $102,173
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $80,149

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Scientific Software Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,173	$8,514	$1,965	$49
Average	$95,516	$7,960	$1,837	$46
25th Percentile	$87,472	$7,289	$1,682	$42

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Key Factors That Influence Scientific Software Developer Salaries

A Scientific Software 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 Scientific Software Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Scientific Software 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): $92,723
Early Career (1-2 years): $93,281
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $94,399
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $96,810
Expert (over 8 years): $99,229

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Scientific Software Developer	$92,723
Intermediate Level Scientific Software Developer	$93,281
Senior Level Scientific Software Developer	$94,399
Specialist Level Scientific Software Developer	$96,810
Expert Level Scientific Software Developer	$99,229

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

District of Columbia: $104,429.
California: $104,033.
Massachusetts: $102,646.

District of Columbia $104,429 California $104,033 Massachusetts $102,646 Washington $102,269 New Jersey $102,231 Alaska $102,099 Connecticut $100,798 New York $100,269

Hawaii $98,581 Rhode Island $97,789 Maryland $97,251 Minnesota $96,516 Colorado $96,233 Illinois $96,138 Oregon $95,780 Delaware $95,516

New Hampshire $95,350 Virginia $94,978 Pennsylvania $93,893 Nevada $93,346 North Dakota $93,167 Michigan $92,884 Wisconsin $92,781 Vermont $92,573

Texas $91,998 Maine $91,960 Arizona $91,903 Ohio $91,837 Georgia $90,970 Indiana $90,536 Wyoming $90,451 Utah $90,319

Iowa $90,262 Kansas $89,810 Louisiana $89,677 North Carolina $89,630 Missouri $89,611 Florida $89,244 Montana $89,046 Nebraska $88,857

Kentucky $88,753 South Carolina $88,376 Tennessee $88,140 Idaho $88,046 New Mexico $87,357 Oklahoma $87,206 Alabama $86,650 South Dakota $85,716

Arkansas $85,207 West Virginia $84,933 Mississippi $84,113

Top Paying Cities for Scientific Software 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: $98,855
Little Creek: $97,940
Magnolia: $98,345

Lincoln, DE $98,855 Little Creek, DE $97,940 Magnolia, DE $98,345 Milford, DE $98,855 Marydel, DE $97,572 Millsboro, DE $98,855 Millville, DE $99,515 Milton, DE $98,855

Nassau, DE $98,855 Ocean View, DE $99,515 Rehoboth Beach, DE $99,515 Seaford, DE $97,817 Selbyville, DE $99,515 Smyrna, DE $97,459 Viola, DE $98,345 Woodside, DE $98,062

Bear, DE $96,742 Newark, DE $96,780 Claymont, DE $96,855 Delaware City, DE $96,780 Hockessin, DE $96,855 Kirkwood, DE $96,780 Middletown, DE $97,261 Montchanin, DE $96,855

New Castle, DE $96,855 Odessa, DE $97,393 Port Penn, DE $96,516 Rockland, DE $96,855 Saint Georges, DE $96,780 Townsend, DE $97,251 Winterthur, DE $96,855 Lewes, DE $98,855

Wilmington, DE $96,855 Dover, DE $97,893 Dover Afb, DE $98,119 Bethany Beach, DE $99,515 Bethel, DE $97,817 Bridgeville, DE $98,855 Camden Wyoming, DE $97,996 Cheswold, DE $97,666

Clayton, DE $97,421 Dagsboro, DE $99,515 Delmar, DE $97,817 Ellendale, DE $98,855 Felton, DE $98,855 Fenwick Island, DE $99,515 Frankford, DE $99,515 Frederica, DE $98,855

Georgetown, DE $98,855 Greenwood, DE $98,855 Harbeson, DE $98,855 Harrington, DE $98,855 Hartly, DE $97,374 Houston, DE $98,855 Kenton, DE $97,421 Laurel, DE $97,817

Yorklyn, DE $96,855

Scientific Software Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Scientific Software 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

$87,472

Average $95,516/year

$102,173

$7,289

Average $7,960/month

$8,514

$1,682

Average $1,837/week

$1,965

$42

Average $46/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,173	$8,514	$1,965	$49
Average	$95,516	$7,960	$1,837	$46
25th Percentile	$87,472	$7,289	$1,682	$42

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