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

A Software Development's salary grows with experience: starting around $87,540 for beginners, reaching about $88,885 at mid-level, and approach $91,677 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Software Development?

Software Development salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software Development roles are District of Columbia $96,885, California $96,518, Massachusetts $95,231. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Software Development roles make?

Salaries for Software Development level roles vary by specialization: VP of Software Development: $241,493; Software Development Director: $214,153; Director of Software Development: $198,007; Software Development Manager: $169,520; Software Development Consultant: $145,912.

Software Development Salary in Delaware

How much does a Software Development make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Development in Delaware is $88,616 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,505
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $84,741 to $95,362
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $81,213

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Software Development Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,362	$7,947	$1,834	$46
Average	$88,616	$7,385	$1,704	$43
25th Percentile	$84,741	$7,062	$1,630	$41

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Key Factors That Influence Software Development Salaries

A Software Development'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 Development Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software Development'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): $87,540
Early Career (1-2 years): $87,701
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $88,885
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $91,342
Expert (over 8 years): $91,677

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Software Development	$87,540
Intermediate Level Software Development	$87,701
Senior Level Software Development	$88,885
Specialist Level Software Development	$91,342
Expert Level Software Development	$91,677

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How Do Software Development 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 Developments. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $96,885.
California: $96,518.
Massachusetts: $95,231.

District of Columbia $96,885 California $96,518 Massachusetts $95,231 Washington $94,881 New Jersey $94,846 Alaska $94,724 Connecticut $93,516 New York $93,026

Hawaii $91,460 Rhode Island $90,725 Maryland $90,226 Minnesota $89,544 Colorado $89,281 Illinois $89,194 Oregon $88,861 Delaware $88,616

New Hampshire $88,462 Virginia $88,117 Pennsylvania $87,111 Nevada $86,604 North Dakota $86,437 Michigan $86,175 Wisconsin $86,078 Vermont $85,886

Texas $85,352 Maine $85,317 Arizona $85,265 Ohio $85,203 Georgia $84,398 Indiana $83,996 Wyoming $83,917 Utah $83,795

Iowa $83,742 Kansas $83,322 Louisiana $83,200 North Carolina $83,156 Missouri $83,138 Florida $82,797 Montana $82,613 Nebraska $82,438

Kentucky $82,342 South Carolina $81,992 Tennessee $81,773 Idaho $81,686 New Mexico $81,047 Oklahoma $80,907 Alabama $80,391 South Dakota $79,524

Arkansas $79,052 West Virginia $78,798 Mississippi $78,037

Top Paying Cities for Software Developments

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: $91,714
Little Creek: $90,865
Magnolia: $91,241

Lincoln, DE $91,714 Little Creek, DE $90,865 Magnolia, DE $91,241 Milford, DE $91,714 Marydel, DE $90,524 Millsboro, DE $91,714 Millville, DE $92,326 Milton, DE $91,714

Nassau, DE $91,714 Ocean View, DE $92,326 Rehoboth Beach, DE $92,326 Seaford, DE $90,751 Selbyville, DE $92,326 Smyrna, DE $90,419 Viola, DE $91,241 Woodside, DE $90,979

Bear, DE $89,754 Newark, DE $89,789 Claymont, DE $89,859 Delaware City, DE $89,789 Hockessin, DE $89,859 Kirkwood, DE $89,789 Middletown, DE $90,235 Montchanin, DE $89,859

New Castle, DE $89,859 Odessa, DE $90,357 Port Penn, DE $89,544 Rockland, DE $89,859 Saint Georges, DE $89,789 Townsend, DE $90,226 Winterthur, DE $89,859 Lewes, DE $91,714

Wilmington, DE $89,859 Dover, DE $90,821 Dover Afb, DE $91,031 Bethany Beach, DE $92,326 Bethel, DE $90,751 Bridgeville, DE $91,714 Camden Wyoming, DE $90,917 Cheswold, DE $90,611

Clayton, DE $90,384 Dagsboro, DE $92,326 Delmar, DE $90,751 Ellendale, DE $91,714 Felton, DE $91,714 Fenwick Island, DE $92,326 Frankford, DE $92,326 Frederica, DE $91,714

Georgetown, DE $91,714 Greenwood, DE $91,714 Harbeson, DE $91,714 Harrington, DE $91,714 Hartly, DE $90,340 Houston, DE $91,714 Kenton, DE $90,384 Laurel, DE $90,751

Yorklyn, DE $89,859

Software Development Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Software Development'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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$84,741

Average $88,616/year

$95,362

$7,062

Average $7,385/month

$7,947

$1,630

Average $1,704/week

$1,834

$41

Average $43/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,362	$7,947	$1,834	$46
Average	$88,616	$7,385	$1,704	$43
25th Percentile	$84,741	$7,062	$1,630	$41

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