What are the main factors that influence a Software Developer 1's salary?

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

How does experience change a Software Developer 1's salary?

A Software Developer 1's salary grows with experience: starting around $101,680 for beginners, reaching about $105,954 at mid-level, and approach $110,177 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Software Developer 1?

Software Developer 1 salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software Developer 1 roles are District of Columbia $114,184, California $113,751, Massachusetts $112,235. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Software Developer 1 roles make?

Salaries for Software Developer 1 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.

Software Developer 1 Salary in Delaware

How much does a Software Developer 1 make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Developer 1 in Delaware is $104,439 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

However, a Software Developer 1's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $121,586
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $92,753 to $113,414
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $82,114

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Software Developer 1 Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$113,414	$9,451	$2,181	$55
Average	$104,439	$8,703	$2,008	$50
25th Percentile	$92,753	$7,729	$1,784	$45

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Key Factors That Influence Software Developer 1 Salaries

A Software Developer 1'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 Developer 1 Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software Developer 1'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): $101,680
Early Career (1-2 years): $102,491
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,954
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $109,895
Expert (over 8 years): $110,177

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Software Developer 1	$101,680
Intermediate Level Software Developer 1	$102,491
Senior Level Software Developer 1	$105,954
Specialist Level Software Developer 1	$109,895
Expert Level Software Developer 1	$110,177

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How Do Software Developer 1 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 Developer 1s. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $114,184.
California: $113,751.
Massachusetts: $112,235.

District of Columbia $114,184 California $113,751 Massachusetts $112,235 Washington $111,823 New Jersey $111,782 Alaska $111,637 Connecticut $110,214 New York $109,636

Hawaii $107,790 Rhode Island $106,924 Maryland $106,336 Minnesota $105,532 Colorado $105,223 Illinois $105,119 Oregon $104,727 Delaware $104,439

New Hampshire $104,257 Virginia $103,851 Pennsylvania $102,665 Nevada $102,067 North Dakota $101,871 Michigan $101,561 Wisconsin $101,448 Vermont $101,221

Texas $100,592 Maine $100,551 Arizona $100,489 Ohio $100,417 Georgia $99,468 Indiana $98,994 Wyoming $98,901 Utah $98,756

Iowa $98,694 Kansas $98,199 Louisiana $98,055 North Carolina $98,003 Missouri $97,983 Florida $97,581 Montana $97,364 Nebraska $97,158

Kentucky $97,044 South Carolina $96,632 Tennessee $96,374 Idaho $96,271 New Mexico $95,518 Oklahoma $95,353 Alabama $94,745 South Dakota $93,724

Arkansas $93,167 West Virginia $92,868 Mississippi $91,970

Top Paying Cities for Software Developer 1s

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: $108,090
Little Creek: $107,089
Magnolia: $107,533

Lincoln, DE $108,090 Little Creek, DE $107,089 Magnolia, DE $107,533 Milford, DE $108,090 Marydel, DE $106,687 Millsboro, DE $108,090 Millville, DE $108,811 Milton, DE $108,090

Nassau, DE $108,090 Ocean View, DE $108,811 Rehoboth Beach, DE $108,811 Seaford, DE $106,955 Selbyville, DE $108,811 Smyrna, DE $106,563 Viola, DE $107,533 Woodside, DE $107,223

Bear, DE $105,779 Newark, DE $105,821 Claymont, DE $105,903 Delaware City, DE $105,821 Hockessin, DE $105,903 Kirkwood, DE $105,821 Middletown, DE $106,347 Montchanin, DE $105,903

New Castle, DE $105,903 Odessa, DE $106,491 Port Penn, DE $105,532 Rockland, DE $105,903 Saint Georges, DE $105,821 Townsend, DE $106,336 Winterthur, DE $105,903 Lewes, DE $108,090

Wilmington, DE $105,903 Dover, DE $107,038 Dover Afb, DE $107,285 Bethany Beach, DE $108,811 Bethel, DE $106,955 Bridgeville, DE $108,090 Camden Wyoming, DE $107,151 Cheswold, DE $106,790

Clayton, DE $106,522 Dagsboro, DE $108,811 Delmar, DE $106,955 Ellendale, DE $108,090 Felton, DE $108,090 Fenwick Island, DE $108,811 Frankford, DE $108,811 Frederica, DE $108,090

Georgetown, DE $108,090 Greenwood, DE $108,090 Harbeson, DE $108,090 Harrington, DE $108,090 Hartly, DE $106,470 Houston, DE $108,090 Kenton, DE $106,522 Laurel, DE $106,955

Yorklyn, DE $105,903

Software Developer 1 Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Software Developer 1'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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$92,753

Average $104,439/year

$113,414

$7,729

Average $8,703/month

$9,451

$1,784

Average $2,008/week

$2,181

$45

Average $50/hour

$55

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$113,414	$9,451	$2,181	$55
Average	$104,439	$8,703	$2,008	$50
25th Percentile	$92,753	$7,729	$1,784	$45

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