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

A Software Developer Team Lead's salary grows with experience: starting around $142,133 for beginners, reaching about $143,651 at mid-level, and approach $151,536 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Software Developer Team Lead?

Software Developer Team Lead salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software Developer Team Lead roles are District of Columbia $160,372, California $159,764, Massachusetts $157,635. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Software Developer Team Lead roles make?

Salaries for Software Developer Team Lead level roles vary by specialization: Software Engineering Team Lead: $175,243; Software Engineer Team Lead: $169,961; Developer Team Lead: $151,930; Software Developer IV: $148,920; Software Development Team Lead: $148,528.

Software Developer Team Lead Salary in Delaware

How much does a Software Developer Team Lead make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Developer Team Lead in Delaware is $146,685 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $71.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $164,931
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $135,762 to $156,235
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $125,817

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Software Developer Team Lead Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$156,235	$13,020	$3,005	$75
Average	$146,685	$12,224	$2,821	$71
25th Percentile	$135,762	$11,313	$2,611	$65

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Key Factors That Influence Software Developer Team Lead Salaries

A Software Developer Team Lead'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 Team Lead Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software Developer Team Lead'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): $142,133
Early Career (1-2 years): $142,892
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $143,651
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $146,381
Expert (over 8 years): $151,536

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Software Developer Team Lead	$142,133
Intermediate Level Software Developer Team Lead	$142,892
Senior Level Software Developer Team Lead	$143,651
Specialist Level Software Developer Team Lead	$146,381
Expert Level Software Developer Team Lead	$151,536

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How Do Software Developer Team Lead 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 Team Leads. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $160,372.
California: $159,764.
Massachusetts: $157,635.

District of Columbia $160,372 California $159,764 Massachusetts $157,635 Washington $157,055 New Jersey $156,997 Alaska $156,795 Connecticut $154,796 New York $153,985

Hawaii $151,392 Rhode Island $150,175 Maryland $149,350 Minnesota $148,220 Colorado $147,785 Illinois $147,641 Oregon $147,090 Delaware $146,685

New Hampshire $146,430 Virginia $145,859 Pennsylvania $144,193 Nevada $143,353 North Dakota $143,078 Michigan $142,643 Wisconsin $142,484 Vermont $142,165

Texas $141,282 Maine $141,224 Arizona $141,137 Ohio $141,036 Georgia $139,703 Indiana $139,037 Wyoming $138,906 Utah $138,704

Iowa $138,617 Kansas $137,921 Louisiana $137,719 North Carolina $137,646 Missouri $137,617 Florida $137,052 Montana $136,748 Nebraska $136,458

Kentucky $136,299 South Carolina $135,720 Tennessee $135,358 Idaho $135,213 New Mexico $134,155 Oklahoma $133,924 Alabama $133,069 South Dakota $131,635

Arkansas $130,853 West Virginia $130,433 Mississippi $129,173

Top Paying Cities for Software Developer Team Leads

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: $151,812
Little Creek: $150,407
Magnolia: $151,030

Lincoln, DE $151,812 Little Creek, DE $150,407 Magnolia, DE $151,030 Milford, DE $151,812 Marydel, DE $149,842 Millsboro, DE $151,812 Millville, DE $152,826 Milton, DE $151,812

Nassau, DE $151,812 Ocean View, DE $152,826 Rehoboth Beach, DE $152,826 Seaford, DE $150,219 Selbyville, DE $152,826 Smyrna, DE $149,668 Viola, DE $151,030 Woodside, DE $150,595

Bear, DE $148,568 Newark, DE $148,625 Claymont, DE $148,741 Delaware City, DE $148,625 Hockessin, DE $148,741 Kirkwood, DE $148,625 Middletown, DE $149,364 Montchanin, DE $148,741

New Castle, DE $148,741 Odessa, DE $149,567 Port Penn, DE $148,220 Rockland, DE $148,741 Saint Georges, DE $148,625 Townsend, DE $149,350 Winterthur, DE $148,741 Lewes, DE $151,812

Wilmington, DE $148,741 Dover, DE $150,335 Dover Afb, DE $150,682 Bethany Beach, DE $152,826 Bethel, DE $150,219 Bridgeville, DE $151,812 Camden Wyoming, DE $150,494 Cheswold, DE $149,987

Clayton, DE $149,610 Dagsboro, DE $152,826 Delmar, DE $150,219 Ellendale, DE $151,812 Felton, DE $151,812 Fenwick Island, DE $152,826 Frankford, DE $152,826 Frederica, DE $151,812

Georgetown, DE $151,812 Greenwood, DE $151,812 Harbeson, DE $151,812 Harrington, DE $151,812 Hartly, DE $149,538 Houston, DE $151,812 Kenton, DE $149,610 Laurel, DE $150,219

Yorklyn, DE $148,741

Software Developer Team Lead Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Software Developer Team Lead'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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$135,762

Average $146,685/year

$156,235

$11,313

Average $12,224/month

$13,020

$2,611

Average $2,821/week

$3,005

$65

Average $71/hour

$75

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$156,235	$13,020	$3,005	$75
Average	$146,685	$12,224	$2,821	$71
25th Percentile	$135,762	$11,313	$2,611	$65

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