What are the main factors that influence a Software Dev Manager's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Software Dev Manager?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Software Dev Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Software Dev Manager's salary?

A Software Dev Manager's salary grows with experience: a Web Software Developer I (0-2 years)earns $74,996, a Web Software Developer II (2-4 years)earns $104,825, a Web Software Developer III (4-7 years)earns $120,830, a Web Software Developer IV (7+ years)earns $142,255, a Software Dev Manager (7+ years)earns $154,485,

What are the highest paying states for a Software Dev Manager?

Software Dev Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software Dev Manager roles are District of Columbia $167,856, California $167,219, Massachusetts $164,991. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Software Dev Manager roles make?

Salaries for Software Dev Manager level roles vary by specialization: SVP of Bus Dev: $320,990; Software Manager: $169,847; Software Engineering Manager: $169,534; Senior Software Dev Engineer: $147,714; Dev Lead: $138,208.

Software Dev Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Software Dev Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Dev Manager in Delaware is $153,529 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $177,460
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $139,771 to $166,055
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $127,244

Compensation Planning

Develop a Job Description

Pay Equity

2026 Compensation Trend

AI Onboarding

Smart Recruiting

Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits

View as table

Software Dev Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$166,055	$13,838	$3,193	$80
Average	$153,529	$12,794	$2,952	$74
25th Percentile	$139,771	$11,648	$2,688	$67

You may get higher pay by adjusting the following factors:

Change Search Criteria

Check out Software Dev Manager Job Openings in Delaware

Accounting Manager

Milton Hershey School - YORK, PA

Accounting Manager

Milton Hershey School - HARRISBURG, PA

Accounting Manager

LS Greenlink - CHESAPEAKE, VA

Assistant Manager

Abby's Pizza - WEST SLOPE, OR

Search More Software Dev Manager Jobs in Delaware

Key Factors That Influence Software Dev Manager Salaries

A Software Dev Manager'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 Software Dev Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software Dev Manager'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): $74,996
Early Career (1-2 years): $104,825
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $120,830
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $142,255
Expert (over 8 years): $154,485

Levels	Salary
Web Softw... Level Software Dev Manager	$74,996
Web Softw... Level Software Dev Manager	$104,825
Web Softw... Level Software Dev Manager	$120,830
Web Softw... Level Software Dev Manager	$142,255
Software ... Level Software Dev Manager	$154,485

View as Graph

What Am I Worth?

How Do Software Dev Manager 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 Software Dev Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $167,856.
California: $167,219.
Massachusetts: $164,991.

District of Columbia $167,856 California $167,219 Massachusetts $164,991 Washington $164,384 New Jersey $164,324 Alaska $164,111 Connecticut $162,019 New York $161,170

Hawaii $158,457 Rhode Island $157,183 Maryland $156,319 Minnesota $155,136 Colorado $154,682 Illinois $154,530 Oregon $153,954 Delaware $153,529

New Hampshire $153,263 Virginia $152,665 Pennsylvania $150,922 Nevada $150,042 North Dakota $149,754 Michigan $149,300 Wisconsin $149,133 Vermont $148,799

Texas $147,875 Maine $147,814 Arizona $147,723 Ohio $147,617 Georgia $146,222 Indiana $145,525 Wyoming $145,388 Utah $145,176

Iowa $145,085 Kansas $144,357 Louisiana $144,145 North Carolina $144,069 Missouri $144,039 Florida $143,448 Montana $143,129 Nebraska $142,826

Kentucky $142,659 South Carolina $142,053 Tennessee $141,674 Idaho $141,522 New Mexico $140,416 Oklahoma $140,173 Alabama $139,279 South Dakota $137,778

Arkansas $136,959 West Virginia $136,519 Mississippi $135,200

Top Paying Cities for Software Dev Managers

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: $152,838
Little Creek: $153,957
Magnolia: $153,736

Lincoln, DE $152,838 Little Creek, DE $153,957 Magnolia, DE $153,736 Milford, DE $153,226 Marydel, DE $153,478 Millsboro, DE $152,197 Millville, DE $152,432 Milton, DE $152,696

Nassau, DE $152,806 Ocean View, DE $152,406 Rehoboth Beach, DE $152,699 Seaford, DE $152,785 Selbyville, DE $152,153 Smyrna, DE $154,063 Viola, DE $153,354 Woodside, DE $153,766

Bear, DE $153,411 Newark, DE $153,354 Claymont, DE $153,667 Delaware City, DE $153,507 Hockessin, DE $153,340 Kirkwood, DE $153,478 Middletown, DE $153,537 Montchanin, DE $153,375

New Castle, DE $153,397 Odessa, DE $153,613 Port Penn, DE $153,716 Rockland, DE $153,390 Saint Georges, DE $153,488 Townsend, DE $153,725 Winterthur, DE $153,408 Lewes, DE $152,755

Wilmington, DE $153,347 Dover, DE $153,957 Dover Afb, DE $153,146 Bethany Beach, DE $152,245 Bethel, DE $152,403 Bridgeville, DE $152,762 Camden Wyoming, DE $153,523 Cheswold, DE $153,907

Clayton, DE $153,911 Dagsboro, DE $152,139 Delmar, DE $151,895 Ellendale, DE $152,356 Felton, DE $153,214 Fenwick Island, DE $152,173 Frankford, DE $151,907 Frederica, DE $153,366

Georgetown, DE $152,082 Greenwood, DE $152,787 Harbeson, DE $152,244 Harrington, DE $153,020 Hartly, DE $153,496 Houston, DE $152,802 Kenton, DE $153,919 Laurel, DE $151,991

Yorklyn, DE $153,385

Software Dev Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Software Dev Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Software Dev Manager positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Software Dev Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Software Dev Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$184,235	$89.0	20%

Software Dev Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Software Dev Manager'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 July 01, 2026

$139,771

Average $153,529/year

$166,055

$11,648

Average $12,794/month

$13,838

$2,688

Average $2,952/week

$3,193

$67

Average $74/hour

$80

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$166,055	$13,838	$3,193	$80
Average	$153,529	$12,794	$2,952	$74
25th Percentile	$139,771	$11,648	$2,688	$67

Salaries of jobs related to Software Dev Manager

Find Your Next Software Dev Manager Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Software Dev Manager job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Cost of Living In Delaware

Cost of Living in Delaware is

1.3% Higher

than the National Average

Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.

Explore Cost of Living Calculator

Empower Your Team

Salary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.

Find Salary.com Comp Consulting

See Salary Trends in 2025

Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.

Price Your Company Jobs and Make Pay Fair

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about