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: a Software Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $104,046, a Software Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $127,424, a Software Developer Team Lead (7+ years)earns $147,428, a Software Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $169,470, a Software Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $167,852,

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 $160,335, California $159,727, Massachusetts $157,598. 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: $175,233; Software Engineer Team Lead: $169,975; Developer Team Lead: $151,962; Software Developer IV: $148,900; Software Development Team Lead: $148,485.

Software Developer Team Lead Salary in Delaware

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

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Developer Team Lead in Delaware is $146,650 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): $164,310
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $135,436 to $155,894
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $125,227

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Software Developer Team Lead Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$155,894	$12,991	$2,998	$75
Average	$146,650	$12,221	$2,820	$71
25th Percentile	$135,436	$11,286	$2,605	$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): $104,046
Early Career (1-2 years): $127,424
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $147,428
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $169,470
Expert (over 8 years): $167,852

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Software ... Level Software Developer Team Lead	$104,046
Software ... Level Software Developer Team Lead	$127,424
Software ... Level Software Developer Team Lead	$147,428
Software ... Level Software Developer Team Lead	$169,470
Software ... Level Software Developer Team Lead	$167,852

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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: $160,335.
California: $159,727.
Massachusetts: $157,598.

District of Columbia $160,335 California $159,727 Massachusetts $157,598 Washington $157,019 New Jersey $156,961 Alaska $156,758 Connecticut $154,760 New York $153,949

Hawaii $151,356 Rhode Island $150,140 Maryland $149,315 Minnesota $148,185 Colorado $147,751 Illinois $147,606 Oregon $147,056 Delaware $146,650

New Hampshire $146,395 Virginia $145,825 Pennsylvania $144,159 Nevada $143,319 North Dakota $143,044 Michigan $142,610 Wisconsin $142,451 Vermont $142,132

Texas $141,249 Maine $141,191 Arizona $141,104 Ohio $141,002 Georgia $139,670 Indiana $139,004 Wyoming $138,874 Utah $138,671

Iowa $138,584 Kansas $137,889 Louisiana $137,686 North Carolina $137,614 Missouri $137,585 Florida $137,020 Montana $136,716 Nebraska $136,426

Kentucky $136,267 South Carolina $135,688 Tennessee $135,326 Idaho $135,181 New Mexico $134,124 Oklahoma $133,892 Alabama $133,038 South Dakota $131,604

Arkansas $130,822 West Virginia $130,402 Mississippi $129,142

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: $145,990
Little Creek: $147,058
Magnolia: $146,847

Lincoln, DE $145,990 Little Creek, DE $147,058 Magnolia, DE $146,847 Milford, DE $146,360 Marydel, DE $146,601 Millsboro, DE $145,377 Millville, DE $145,602 Milton, DE $145,854

Nassau, DE $145,959 Ocean View, DE $145,577 Rehoboth Beach, DE $145,857 Seaford, DE $145,939 Selbyville, DE $145,335 Smyrna, DE $147,160 Viola, DE $146,482 Woodside, DE $146,876

Bear, DE $146,537 Newark, DE $146,482 Claymont, DE $146,782 Delaware City, DE $146,628 Hockessin, DE $146,469 Kirkwood, DE $146,601 Middletown, DE $146,657 Montchanin, DE $146,502

New Castle, DE $146,524 Odessa, DE $146,730 Port Penn, DE $146,828 Rockland, DE $146,517 Saint Georges, DE $146,611 Townsend, DE $146,837 Winterthur, DE $146,534 Lewes, DE $145,910

Wilmington, DE $146,476 Dover, DE $147,058 Dover Afb, DE $146,284 Bethany Beach, DE $145,424 Bethel, DE $145,574 Bridgeville, DE $145,917 Camden Wyoming, DE $146,644 Cheswold, DE $147,011

Clayton, DE $147,015 Dagsboro, DE $145,322 Delmar, DE $145,089 Ellendale, DE $145,529 Felton, DE $146,349 Fenwick Island, DE $145,354 Frankford, DE $145,101 Frederica, DE $146,494

Georgetown, DE $145,267 Greenwood, DE $145,941 Harbeson, DE $145,422 Harrington, DE $146,164 Hartly, DE $146,618 Houston, DE $145,955 Kenton, DE $147,022 Laurel, DE $145,180

Yorklyn, DE $146,513

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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$135,436

Average $146,650/year

$155,894

$11,286

Average $12,221/month

$12,991

$2,605

Average $2,820/week

$2,998

$65

Average $71/hour

$75

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$155,894	$12,991	$2,998	$75
Average	$146,650	$12,221	$2,820	$71
25th Percentile	$135,436	$11,286	$2,605	$65

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