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 $72,959, a Software Developer Intern (2-4 years)earns $101,971, a Web Software Developer III (4-7 years)earns $117,565, a Web Software Developer IV (7+ years)earns $138,366, a Web Software Development Manager (7+ years)earns $150,258,

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 $110,629, California $110,209, Massachusetts $108,740. 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: $165,899; Software Systems Developer IV: $143,135; Software Developer: $129,300; Android Developer Intern: $113,431; Software Development Intern: $102,864.

Software Developer Intern Salary in Delaware

How much does a Software Developer Intern make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Developer Intern in Delaware is $101,186 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): $117,799
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $89,890 to $109,882
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $79,605

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Software Developer Intern Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$109,882	$9,157	$2,113	$53
Average	$101,186	$8,432	$1,946	$49
25th Percentile	$89,890	$7,491	$1,729	$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): $72,959
Early Career (1-2 years): $101,971
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $117,565
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $138,366
Expert (over 8 years): $150,258

Levels	Salary
Web Softw... Level Software Developer Intern	$72,959
Software ... Level Software Developer Intern	$101,971
Web Softw... Level Software Developer Intern	$117,565
Web Softw... Level Software Developer Intern	$138,366
Web Softw... Level Software Developer Intern	$150,258

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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: $110,629.
California: $110,209.
Massachusetts: $108,740.

District of Columbia $110,629 California $110,209 Massachusetts $108,740 Washington $108,340 New Jersey $108,300 Alaska $108,161 Connecticut $106,782 New York $106,222

Hawaii $104,434 Rhode Island $103,594 Maryland $103,025 Minnesota $102,245 Colorado $101,946 Illinois $101,846 Oregon $101,466 Delaware $101,186

New Hampshire $101,010 Virginia $100,617 Pennsylvania $99,468 Nevada $98,888 North Dakota $98,698 Michigan $98,399 Wisconsin $98,289 Vermont $98,069

Texas $97,459 Maine $97,419 Arizona $97,360 Ohio $97,290 Georgia $96,370 Indiana $95,911 Wyoming $95,821 Utah $95,681

Iowa $95,621 Kansas $95,141 Louisiana $95,001 North Carolina $94,952 Missouri $94,932 Florida $94,542 Montana $94,332 Nebraska $94,132

Kentucky $94,022 South Carolina $93,623 Tennessee $93,373 Idaho $93,273 New Mexico $92,543 Oklahoma $92,384 Alabama $91,794 South Dakota $90,805

Arkansas $90,265 West Virginia $89,976 Mississippi $89,106

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: $104,723
Little Creek: $103,754
Magnolia: $104,184

Lincoln, DE $104,723 Little Creek, DE $103,754 Magnolia, DE $104,184 Milford, DE $104,723 Marydel, DE $103,365 Millsboro, DE $104,723 Millville, DE $105,423 Milton, DE $104,723

Nassau, DE $104,723 Ocean View, DE $105,423 Rehoboth Beach, DE $105,423 Seaford, DE $103,624 Selbyville, DE $105,423 Smyrna, DE $103,245 Viola, DE $104,184 Woodside, DE $103,884

Bear, DE $102,485 Newark, DE $102,525 Claymont, DE $102,605 Delaware City, DE $102,525 Hockessin, DE $102,605 Kirkwood, DE $102,525 Middletown, DE $103,035 Montchanin, DE $102,605

New Castle, DE $102,605 Odessa, DE $103,175 Port Penn, DE $102,245 Rockland, DE $102,605 Saint Georges, DE $102,525 Townsend, DE $103,025 Winterthur, DE $102,605 Lewes, DE $104,723

Wilmington, DE $102,605 Dover, DE $103,704 Dover Afb, DE $103,944 Bethany Beach, DE $105,423 Bethel, DE $103,624 Bridgeville, DE $104,723 Camden Wyoming, DE $103,814 Cheswold, DE $103,464

Clayton, DE $103,205 Dagsboro, DE $105,423 Delmar, DE $103,624 Ellendale, DE $104,723 Felton, DE $104,723 Fenwick Island, DE $105,423 Frankford, DE $105,423 Frederica, DE $104,723

Georgetown, DE $104,723 Greenwood, DE $104,723 Harbeson, DE $104,723 Harrington, DE $104,723 Hartly, DE $103,155 Houston, DE $104,723 Kenton, DE $103,205 Laurel, DE $103,624

Yorklyn, DE $102,605

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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$89,890

Average $101,186/year

$109,882

$7,491

Average $8,432/month

$9,157

$1,729

Average $1,946/week

$2,113

$43

Average $49/hour

$53

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$109,882	$9,157	$2,113	$53
Average	$101,186	$8,432	$1,946	$49
25th Percentile	$89,890	$7,491	$1,729	$43

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