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

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change a Staff Software Developer's salary?

A Staff Software Developer's salary grows with experience: starting around $114,191 for beginners, reaching about $118,099 at mid-level, and approach $122,901 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Staff Software Developer?

Staff Software Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Staff Software Developer roles are District of Columbia $129,490, California $128,999, Massachusetts $127,280. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Staff Software Developer roles make?

Salaries for Staff Software Developer level roles vary by specialization: Software Systems Developer VI: $191,650; Software Developer V: $171,170; Software Systems Developer V: $165,868; Software Developer IV: $148,920; Software Systems Developer IV: $143,119.

Staff Software Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Staff Software Developer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Staff Software Developer in Delaware is $118,438 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $130,598
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $106,204 to $124,803
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $95,065

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Staff Software Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$124,803	$10,400	$2,400	$60
Average	$118,438	$9,870	$2,278	$57
25th Percentile	$106,204	$8,850	$2,042	$51

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Key Factors That Influence Staff Software Developer Salaries

A Staff Software Developer'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 Staff Software Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Staff Software Developer'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): $114,191
Early Career (1-2 years): $115,040
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $118,099
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $121,665
Expert (over 8 years): $122,901

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Staff Software Developer	$114,191
Intermediate Level Staff Software Developer	$115,040
Senior Level Staff Software Developer	$118,099
Specialist Level Staff Software Developer	$121,665
Expert Level Staff Software Developer	$122,901

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How Do Staff Software Developer 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 Staff Software Developers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $129,490.
California: $128,999.
Massachusetts: $127,280.

District of Columbia $129,490 California $128,999 Massachusetts $127,280 Washington $126,812 New Jersey $126,765 Alaska $126,602 Connecticut $124,988 New York $124,333

Hawaii $122,239 Rhode Island $121,257 Maryland $120,590 Minnesota $119,678 Colorado $119,327 Illinois $119,210 Oregon $118,766 Delaware $118,438

New Hampshire $118,232 Virginia $117,772 Pennsylvania $116,427 Nevada $115,748 North Dakota $115,526 Michigan $115,175 Wisconsin $115,047 Vermont $114,789

Texas $114,076 Maine $114,029 Arizona $113,959 Ohio $113,877 Georgia $112,801 Indiana $112,263 Wyoming $112,158 Utah $111,994

Iowa $111,924 Kansas $111,363 Louisiana $111,199 North Carolina $111,140 Missouri $111,117 Florida $110,661 Montana $110,415 Nebraska $110,181

Kentucky $110,053 South Carolina $109,585 Tennessee $109,293 Idaho $109,176 New Mexico $108,322 Oklahoma $108,135 Alabama $107,445 South Dakota $106,287

Arkansas $105,655 West Virginia $105,316 Mississippi $104,299

Top Paying Cities for Staff Software Developers

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: $122,578
Little Creek: $121,444
Magnolia: $121,947

Lincoln, DE $122,578 Little Creek, DE $121,444 Magnolia, DE $121,947 Milford, DE $122,578 Marydel, DE $120,988 Millsboro, DE $122,578 Millville, DE $123,397 Milton, DE $122,578

Nassau, DE $122,578 Ocean View, DE $123,397 Rehoboth Beach, DE $123,397 Seaford, DE $121,292 Selbyville, DE $123,397 Smyrna, DE $120,848 Viola, DE $121,947 Woodside, DE $121,596

Bear, DE $119,959 Newark, DE $120,005 Claymont, DE $120,099 Delaware City, DE $120,005 Hockessin, DE $120,099 Kirkwood, DE $120,005 Middletown, DE $120,602 Montchanin, DE $120,099

New Castle, DE $120,099 Odessa, DE $120,766 Port Penn, DE $119,678 Rockland, DE $120,099 Saint Georges, DE $120,005 Townsend, DE $120,590 Winterthur, DE $120,099 Lewes, DE $122,578

Wilmington, DE $120,099 Dover, DE $121,386 Dover Afb, DE $121,666 Bethany Beach, DE $123,397 Bethel, DE $121,292 Bridgeville, DE $122,578 Camden Wyoming, DE $121,514 Cheswold, DE $121,105

Clayton, DE $120,801 Dagsboro, DE $123,397 Delmar, DE $121,292 Ellendale, DE $122,578 Felton, DE $122,578 Fenwick Island, DE $123,397 Frankford, DE $123,397 Frederica, DE $122,578

Georgetown, DE $122,578 Greenwood, DE $122,578 Harbeson, DE $122,578 Harrington, DE $122,578 Hartly, DE $120,742 Houston, DE $122,578 Kenton, DE $120,801 Laurel, DE $121,292

Yorklyn, DE $120,099

Staff Software Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Staff Software Developer'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 January 01, 2026

$106,204

Average $118,438/year

$124,803

$8,850

Average $9,870/month

$10,400

$2,042

Average $2,278/week

$2,400

$51

Average $57/hour

$60

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$124,803	$10,400	$2,400	$60
Average	$118,438	$9,870	$2,278	$57
25th Percentile	$106,204	$8,850	$2,042	$51

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