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

A Software Manager's salary grows with experience: a Software Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $151,730, a Software Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $174,411, a Software Manager (10+ years)earns $172,740, a Software Engineering Director (10+ years)earns $218,210, a VP of Software Engineering (10+ years)earns $246,064,

What are the highest paying states for a Software Manager?

Software Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software Manager roles are District of Columbia $188,044, California $187,330, Massachusetts $184,834. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Software Manager roles make?

Salaries for Software Manager level roles vary by specialization: Software Architect Senior Manager: $176,820; Software Developer Manager: $173,030; Manager, Software Applications: $170,728; Software Development Manager: $169,530; Software Engineering Manager: $169,523.

Software Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Software Manager make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Manager in Delaware is $171,994 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $83.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $196,772
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $161,239 to $184,964
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $151,447

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Software Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$184,964	$15,414	$3,557	$89
Average	$171,994	$14,333	$3,308	$83
25th Percentile	$161,239	$13,437	$3,101	$78

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Key Factors That Influence Software Manager Salaries

A Software Manager'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 Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software Manager'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): $151,730
Early Career (1-2 years): $174,411
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $172,740
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $218,210
Expert (over 8 years): $246,064

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level Software Manager	$151,730
Software ... Level Software Manager	$174,411
Software ... Level Software Manager	$172,740
Software ... Level Software Manager	$218,210
VP of Sof... Level Software Manager	$246,064

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

District of Columbia: $188,044.
California: $187,330.
Massachusetts: $184,834.

District of Columbia $188,044 California $187,330 Massachusetts $184,834 Washington $184,154 New Jersey $184,086 Alaska $183,849 Connecticut $181,505 New York $180,554

Hawaii $177,514 Rhode Island $176,087 Maryland $175,119 Minnesota $173,794 Colorado $173,285 Illinois $173,115 Oregon $172,469 Delaware $171,994

New Hampshire $171,695 Virginia $171,026 Pennsylvania $169,073 Nevada $168,088 North Dakota $167,765 Michigan $167,255 Wisconsin $167,069 Vermont $166,695

Texas $165,659 Maine $165,591 Arizona $165,489 Ohio $165,370 Georgia $163,808 Indiana $163,027 Wyoming $162,874 Utah $162,636

Iowa $162,534 Kansas $161,719 Louisiana $161,481 North Carolina $161,396 Missouri $161,362 Florida $160,700 Montana $160,343 Nebraska $160,003

Kentucky $159,817 South Carolina $159,137 Tennessee $158,713 Idaho $158,543 New Mexico $157,303 Oklahoma $157,031 Alabama $156,029 South Dakota $154,348

Arkansas $153,431 West Virginia $152,938 Mississippi $151,461

Top Paying Cities for Software Managers

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: $178,006
Little Creek: $176,359
Magnolia: $177,089

Lincoln, DE $178,006 Little Creek, DE $176,359 Magnolia, DE $177,089 Milford, DE $178,006 Marydel, DE $175,696 Millsboro, DE $178,006 Millville, DE $179,195 Milton, DE $178,006

Nassau, DE $178,006 Ocean View, DE $179,195 Rehoboth Beach, DE $179,195 Seaford, DE $176,138 Selbyville, DE $179,195 Smyrna, DE $175,493 Viola, DE $177,089 Woodside, DE $176,580

Bear, DE $174,202 Newark, DE $174,270 Claymont, DE $174,406 Delaware City, DE $174,270 Hockessin, DE $174,406 Kirkwood, DE $174,270 Middletown, DE $175,136 Montchanin, DE $174,406

New Castle, DE $174,406 Odessa, DE $175,374 Port Penn, DE $173,794 Rockland, DE $174,406 Saint Georges, DE $174,270 Townsend, DE $175,119 Winterthur, DE $174,406 Lewes, DE $178,006

Wilmington, DE $174,406 Dover, DE $176,274 Dover Afb, DE $176,681 Bethany Beach, DE $179,195 Bethel, DE $176,138 Bridgeville, DE $178,006 Camden Wyoming, DE $176,461 Cheswold, DE $175,866

Clayton, DE $175,425 Dagsboro, DE $179,195 Delmar, DE $176,138 Ellendale, DE $178,006 Felton, DE $178,006 Fenwick Island, DE $179,195 Frankford, DE $179,195 Frederica, DE $178,006

Georgetown, DE $178,006 Greenwood, DE $178,006 Harbeson, DE $178,006 Harrington, DE $178,006 Hartly, DE $175,340 Houston, DE $178,006 Kenton, DE $175,425 Laurel, DE $176,138

Yorklyn, DE $174,406

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

Understanding how a Software Manager'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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$161,239

Average $171,994/year

$184,964

$13,437

Average $14,333/month

$15,414

$3,101

Average $3,308/week

$3,557

$78

Average $83/hour

$89

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$184,964	$15,414	$3,557	$89
Average	$171,994	$14,333	$3,308	$83
25th Percentile	$161,239	$13,437	$3,101	$78

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