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

A Software Developer Intern's salary grows with experience: a Web Software Developer I (0-2 years)earns $72,958, a Software Developer Intern (2-4 years)earns $101,966, a Web Software Developer III (4-7 years)earns $117,572, a Web Software Developer IV (7+ years)earns $138,351, a Web Software Development Manager (7+ years)earns $150,238,

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

Software Developer Intern salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software Developer Intern roles are District of Columbia $110,621, California $110,202, Massachusetts $108,733. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Software Developer Intern level roles vary by specialization: Software Systems Developer V: $165,868; Software Systems Developer IV: $143,119; Software Developer: $129,310; Android Developer Intern: $113,462; Software Development Intern: $102,858.

Software Developer Intern Salary in Delaware

How much does a Software Developer Intern make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Developer Intern in Delaware is $101,180 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $117,792
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $89,858 to $109,875
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $79,551

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Software Developer Intern Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$109,875	$9,156	$2,113	$53
Average	$101,180	$8,432	$1,946	$49
25th Percentile	$89,858	$7,488	$1,728	$43

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Key Factors That Influence Software Developer Intern Salaries

A Software Developer Intern'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 Intern Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software Developer Intern'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): $72,958
Early Career (1-2 years): $101,966
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $117,572
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $138,351
Expert (over 8 years): $150,238

Levels	Salary
Web Softw... Level Software Developer Intern	$72,958
Software ... Level Software Developer Intern	$101,966
Web Softw... Level Software Developer Intern	$117,572
Web Softw... Level Software Developer Intern	$138,351
Web Softw... Level Software Developer Intern	$150,238

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

District of Columbia: $110,621.
California: $110,202.
Massachusetts: $108,733.

District of Columbia $110,621 California $110,202 Massachusetts $108,733 Washington $108,333 New Jersey $108,293 Alaska $108,153 Connecticut $106,775 New York $106,215

Hawaii $104,427 Rhode Island $103,587 Maryland $103,018 Minnesota $102,239 Colorado $101,939 Illinois $101,839 Oregon $101,459 Delaware $101,180

New Hampshire $101,004 Virginia $100,610 Pennsylvania $99,461 Nevada $98,882 North Dakota $98,692 Michigan $98,392 Wisconsin $98,282 Vermont $98,062

Texas $97,453 Maine $97,413 Arizona $97,353 Ohio $97,283 Georgia $96,364 Indiana $95,904 Wyoming $95,814 Utah $95,674

Iowa $95,615 Kansas $95,135 Louisiana $94,995 North Carolina $94,945 Missouri $94,925 Florida $94,536 Montana $94,326 Nebraska $94,126

Kentucky $94,016 South Carolina $93,616 Tennessee $93,367 Idaho $93,267 New Mexico $92,537 Oklahoma $92,377 Alabama $91,788 South Dakota $90,799

Arkansas $90,259 West Virginia $89,970 Mississippi $89,100

Top Paying Cities for Software Developer Interns

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: $104,716
Little Creek: $103,747
Magnolia: $104,177

Lincoln, DE $104,716 Little Creek, DE $103,747 Magnolia, DE $104,177 Milford, DE $104,716 Marydel, DE $103,358 Millsboro, DE $104,716 Millville, DE $105,416 Milton, DE $104,716

Nassau, DE $104,716 Ocean View, DE $105,416 Rehoboth Beach, DE $105,416 Seaford, DE $103,617 Selbyville, DE $105,416 Smyrna, DE $103,238 Viola, DE $104,177 Woodside, DE $103,877

Bear, DE $102,478 Newark, DE $102,518 Claymont, DE $102,598 Delaware City, DE $102,518 Hockessin, DE $102,598 Kirkwood, DE $102,518 Middletown, DE $103,028 Montchanin, DE $102,598

New Castle, DE $102,598 Odessa, DE $103,168 Port Penn, DE $102,239 Rockland, DE $102,598 Saint Georges, DE $102,518 Townsend, DE $103,018 Winterthur, DE $102,598 Lewes, DE $104,716

Wilmington, DE $102,598 Dover, DE $103,697 Dover Afb, DE $103,937 Bethany Beach, DE $105,416 Bethel, DE $103,617 Bridgeville, DE $104,716 Camden Wyoming, DE $103,807 Cheswold, DE $103,458

Clayton, DE $103,198 Dagsboro, DE $105,416 Delmar, DE $103,617 Ellendale, DE $104,716 Felton, DE $104,716 Fenwick Island, DE $105,416 Frankford, DE $105,416 Frederica, DE $104,716

Georgetown, DE $104,716 Greenwood, DE $104,716 Harbeson, DE $104,716 Harrington, DE $104,716 Hartly, DE $103,148 Houston, DE $104,716 Kenton, DE $103,198 Laurel, DE $103,617

Yorklyn, DE $102,598

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

Understanding how a Software Developer Intern'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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$89,858

Average $101,180/year

$109,875

$7,488

Average $8,432/month

$9,156

$1,728

Average $1,946/week

$2,113

$43

Average $49/hour

$53

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$109,875	$9,156	$2,113	$53
Average	$101,180	$8,432	$1,946	$49
25th Percentile	$89,858	$7,488	$1,728	$43

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