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

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

How does experience change A Computer Software Engineer's salary?

A Computer Software Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Software Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $83,367, a Software Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $107,283, a Computer Software Engineer (4-7 years)earns $131,388, a Software Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $152,017, a Software Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $174,741,

What are the highest paying states for a Computer Software Engineer?

Computer Software Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Computer Software Engineer roles are District of Columbia $144,558, California $144,010, Massachusetts $142,091. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Computer Software Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Computer Software Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Software Engineer V: $171,163; Software Engineer IV: $148,904; Embedded Software Engineer IV: $141,494; Software Engineer III: $128,698; Computer Systems Software Engineer: $124,948.

Computer Software Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Computer Software Engineer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer Software Engineer in Delaware is $132,220 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $64.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $153,829
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $121,812 to $143,531
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $112,335

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Computer Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$143,531	$11,961	$2,760	$69
Average	$132,220	$11,018	$2,543	$64
25th Percentile	$121,812	$10,151	$2,343	$59

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Key Factors That Influence Computer Software Engineer Salaries

A Computer Software Engineer'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 Computer Software Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computer Software Engineer'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): $83,367
Early Career (1-2 years): $107,283
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $131,388
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $152,017
Expert (over 8 years): $174,741

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level Computer Software Engineer	$83,367
Software ... Level Computer Software Engineer	$107,283
Computer ... Level Computer Software Engineer	$131,388
Software ... Level Computer Software Engineer	$152,017
Software ... Level Computer Software Engineer	$174,741

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How Do Computer Software Engineer 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 Computer Software Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $144,558.
California: $144,010.
Massachusetts: $142,091.

District of Columbia $144,558 California $144,010 Massachusetts $142,091 Washington $141,568 New Jersey $141,516 Alaska $141,333 Connecticut $139,532 New York $138,800

Hawaii $136,463 Rhode Island $135,367 Maryland $134,622 Minnesota $133,604 Colorado $133,212 Illinois $133,082 Oregon $132,586 Delaware $132,220

New Hampshire $131,990 Virginia $131,476 Pennsylvania $129,974 Nevada $129,217 North Dakota $128,969 Michigan $128,577 Wisconsin $128,434 Vermont $128,147

Texas $127,350 Maine $127,298 Arizona $127,220 Ohio $127,128 Georgia $125,927 Indiana $125,326 Wyoming $125,209 Utah $125,026

Iowa $124,948 Kansas $124,321 Louisiana $124,138 North Carolina $124,073 Missouri $124,047 Florida $123,538 Montana $123,264 Nebraska $123,002

Kentucky $122,859 South Carolina $122,337 Tennessee $122,010 Idaho $121,880 New Mexico $120,927 Oklahoma $120,718 Alabama $119,947 South Dakota $118,655

Arkansas $117,950 West Virginia $117,571 Mississippi $116,435

Top Paying Cities for Computer Software Engineers

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: $136,842
Little Creek: $135,576
Magnolia: $136,137

Lincoln, DE $136,842 Little Creek, DE $135,576 Magnolia, DE $136,137 Milford, DE $136,842 Marydel, DE $135,066 Millsboro, DE $136,842 Millville, DE $137,756 Milton, DE $136,842

Nassau, DE $136,842 Ocean View, DE $137,756 Rehoboth Beach, DE $137,756 Seaford, DE $135,406 Selbyville, DE $137,756 Smyrna, DE $134,910 Viola, DE $136,137 Woodside, DE $135,745

Bear, DE $133,917 Newark, DE $133,970 Claymont, DE $134,074 Delaware City, DE $133,970 Hockessin, DE $134,074 Kirkwood, DE $133,970 Middletown, DE $134,636 Montchanin, DE $134,074

New Castle, DE $134,074 Odessa, DE $134,818 Port Penn, DE $133,604 Rockland, DE $134,074 Saint Georges, DE $133,970 Townsend, DE $134,622 Winterthur, DE $134,074 Lewes, DE $136,842

Wilmington, DE $134,074 Dover, DE $135,510 Dover Afb, DE $135,824 Bethany Beach, DE $137,756 Bethel, DE $135,406 Bridgeville, DE $136,842 Camden Wyoming, DE $135,654 Cheswold, DE $135,197

Clayton, DE $134,857 Dagsboro, DE $137,756 Delmar, DE $135,406 Ellendale, DE $136,842 Felton, DE $136,842 Fenwick Island, DE $137,756 Frankford, DE $137,756 Frederica, DE $136,842

Georgetown, DE $136,842 Greenwood, DE $136,842 Harbeson, DE $136,842 Harrington, DE $136,842 Hartly, DE $134,792 Houston, DE $136,842 Kenton, DE $134,857 Laurel, DE $135,406

Yorklyn, DE $134,074

Computer Software Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Computer Software Engineer'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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$121,812

Average $132,220/year

$143,531

$10,151

Average $11,018/month

$11,961

$2,343

Average $2,543/week

$2,760

$59

Average $64/hour

$69

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$143,531	$11,961	$2,760	$69
Average	$132,220	$11,018	$2,543	$64
25th Percentile	$121,812	$10,151	$2,343	$59

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