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

A Software Eng's salary grows with experience: starting around $111,623 for beginners, reaching about $114,049 at mid-level, and approach $117,695 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Software Eng?

Software Eng salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software Eng roles are District of Columbia $126,120, California $125,642, Massachusetts $123,967. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Software Eng roles make?

Salaries for Software Eng level roles vary by specialization: Software Designer: $147,287; Staff Mgr Eng and Construction: $145,845; Software Developer: $129,310; Software Analyst: $128,002; Mechanical Eng: $108,596.

Software Eng Salary in Delaware

How much does a Software Eng make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Eng in Delaware is $115,356 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $126,308
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $101,919 to $121,089
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $89,686

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Software Eng Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,089	$10,091	$2,329	$58
Average	$115,356	$9,613	$2,218	$55
25th Percentile	$101,919	$8,493	$1,960	$49

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Key Factors That Influence Software Eng Salaries

A Software Eng'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 Eng Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software Eng'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): $111,623
Early Career (1-2 years): $112,183
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $114,049
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $116,289
Expert (over 8 years): $117,695

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Software Eng	$111,623
Intermediate Level Software Eng	$112,183
Senior Level Software Eng	$114,049
Specialist Level Software Eng	$116,289
Expert Level Software Eng	$117,695

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

District of Columbia: $126,120.
California: $125,642.
Massachusetts: $123,967.

District of Columbia $126,120 California $125,642 Massachusetts $123,967 Washington $123,512 New Jersey $123,466 Alaska $123,306 Connecticut $121,735 New York $121,097

Hawaii $119,058 Rhode Island $118,101 Maryland $117,452 Minnesota $116,563 Colorado $116,221 Illinois $116,107 Oregon $115,675 Delaware $115,356

New Hampshire $115,155 Virginia $114,706 Pennsylvania $113,396 Nevada $112,736 North Dakota $112,519 Michigan $112,178 Wisconsin $112,052 Vermont $111,802

Texas $111,107 Maine $111,061 Arizona $110,993 Ohio $110,913 Georgia $109,865 Indiana $109,341 Wyoming $109,239 Utah $109,079

Iowa $109,011 Kansas $108,464 Louisiana $108,305 North Carolina $108,248 Missouri $108,225 Florida $107,781 Montana $107,541 Nebraska $107,314

Kentucky $107,188 South Carolina $106,733 Tennessee $106,448 Idaho $106,334 New Mexico $105,503 Oklahoma $105,320 Alabama $104,648 South Dakota $103,520

Arkansas $102,905 West Virginia $102,575 Mississippi $101,584

Top Paying Cities for Software Engs

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: $119,388
Little Creek: $118,283
Magnolia: $118,773

Lincoln, DE $119,388 Little Creek, DE $118,283 Magnolia, DE $118,773 Milford, DE $119,388 Marydel, DE $117,839 Millsboro, DE $119,388 Millville, DE $120,185 Milton, DE $119,388

Nassau, DE $119,388 Ocean View, DE $120,185 Rehoboth Beach, DE $120,185 Seaford, DE $118,135 Selbyville, DE $120,185 Smyrna, DE $117,702 Viola, DE $118,773 Woodside, DE $118,431

Bear, DE $116,836 Newark, DE $116,882 Claymont, DE $116,973 Delaware City, DE $116,882 Hockessin, DE $116,973 Kirkwood, DE $116,882 Middletown, DE $117,463 Montchanin, DE $116,973

New Castle, DE $116,973 Odessa, DE $117,622 Port Penn, DE $116,563 Rockland, DE $116,973 Saint Georges, DE $116,882 Townsend, DE $117,452 Winterthur, DE $116,973 Lewes, DE $119,388

Wilmington, DE $116,973 Dover, DE $118,226 Dover Afb, DE $118,500 Bethany Beach, DE $120,185 Bethel, DE $118,135 Bridgeville, DE $119,388 Camden Wyoming, DE $118,351 Cheswold, DE $117,953

Clayton, DE $117,657 Dagsboro, DE $120,185 Delmar, DE $118,135 Ellendale, DE $119,388 Felton, DE $119,388 Fenwick Island, DE $120,185 Frankford, DE $120,185 Frederica, DE $119,388

Georgetown, DE $119,388 Greenwood, DE $119,388 Harbeson, DE $119,388 Harrington, DE $119,388 Hartly, DE $117,600 Houston, DE $119,388 Kenton, DE $117,657 Laurel, DE $118,135

Yorklyn, DE $116,973

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

Understanding how a Software Eng'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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$101,919

Average $115,356/year

$121,089

$8,493

Average $9,613/month

$10,091

$1,960

Average $2,218/week

$2,329

$49

Average $55/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,089	$10,091	$2,329	$58
Average	$115,356	$9,613	$2,218	$55
25th Percentile	$101,919	$8,493	$1,960	$49

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