What are the main factors that influence a Java Architect's salary?

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

How does experience change A Java Architect's salary?

A Java Architect's salary grows with experience: a Software Architect II (2-4 years)earns $94,566, a Software Architect III (4-7 years)earns $128,765, a Java Architect (7+ years)earns $145,777, a Software Architect V (7-10 years)earns $176,877, a Software Architect VI (10-12 years)earns $222,020,

What are the highest paying states for a Java Architect?

Java Architect salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Java Architect roles are District of Columbia $160,164, California $159,557, Massachusetts $157,430. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Java Architect roles make?

Salaries for Java Architect level roles vary by specialization: Java Software Architect: $146,794; Java Technical Architect: $116,331; Java Engineer: $109,087; Java Programmer: $109,055; Java Tester: $107,860.

Java Architect Salary in Delaware

How much does a Java Architect make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Java Architect in Delaware is $146,494 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $165,135
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $135,230 to $156,252
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $124,974

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Java Architect Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$156,252	$13,021	$3,005	$75
Average	$146,494	$12,208	$2,817	$70
25th Percentile	$135,230	$11,269	$2,601	$65

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Key Factors That Influence Java Architect Salaries

A Java Architect'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 Java Architect Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Java Architect'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): $94,566
Early Career (1-2 years): $128,765
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $145,777
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $176,877
Expert (over 8 years): $222,020

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level Java Architect	$94,566
Software ... Level Java Architect	$128,765
Java Arch... Level Java Architect	$145,777
Software ... Level Java Architect	$176,877
Software ... Level Java Architect	$222,020

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How Do Java Architect 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 Java Architects. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $160,164.
California: $159,557.
Massachusetts: $157,430.

District of Columbia $160,164 California $159,557 Massachusetts $157,430 Washington $156,852 New Jersey $156,794 Alaska $156,591 Connecticut $154,595 New York $153,785

Hawaii $151,195 Rhode Island $149,980 Maryland $149,156 Minnesota $148,028 Colorado $147,594 Illinois $147,449 Oregon $146,899 Delaware $146,494

New Hampshire $146,240 Virginia $145,670 Pennsylvania $144,006 Nevada $143,167 North Dakota $142,892 Michigan $142,458 Wisconsin $142,299 Vermont $141,981

Texas $141,098 Maine $141,041 Arizona $140,954 Ohio $140,853 Georgia $139,522 Indiana $138,856 Wyoming $138,726 Utah $138,524

Iowa $138,437 Kansas $137,742 Louisiana $137,540 North Carolina $137,468 Missouri $137,439 Florida $136,874 Montana $136,571 Nebraska $136,281

Kentucky $136,122 South Carolina $135,544 Tennessee $135,182 Idaho $135,037 New Mexico $133,981 Oklahoma $133,750 Alabama $132,896 South Dakota $131,464

Arkansas $130,683 West Virginia $130,264 Mississippi $129,005

Top Paying Cities for Java Architects

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: $151,615
Little Creek: $150,212
Magnolia: $150,834

Lincoln, DE $151,615 Little Creek, DE $150,212 Magnolia, DE $150,834 Milford, DE $151,615 Marydel, DE $149,648 Millsboro, DE $151,615 Millville, DE $152,628 Milton, DE $151,615

Nassau, DE $151,615 Ocean View, DE $152,628 Rehoboth Beach, DE $152,628 Seaford, DE $150,024 Selbyville, DE $152,628 Smyrna, DE $149,474 Viola, DE $150,834 Woodside, DE $150,400

Bear, DE $148,375 Newark, DE $148,433 Claymont, DE $148,548 Delaware City, DE $148,433 Hockessin, DE $148,548 Kirkwood, DE $148,433 Middletown, DE $149,170 Montchanin, DE $148,548

New Castle, DE $148,548 Odessa, DE $149,373 Port Penn, DE $148,028 Rockland, DE $148,548 Saint Georges, DE $148,433 Townsend, DE $149,156 Winterthur, DE $148,548 Lewes, DE $151,615

Wilmington, DE $148,548 Dover, DE $150,140 Dover Afb, DE $150,487 Bethany Beach, DE $152,628 Bethel, DE $150,024 Bridgeville, DE $151,615 Camden Wyoming, DE $150,299 Cheswold, DE $149,792

Clayton, DE $149,416 Dagsboro, DE $152,628 Delmar, DE $150,024 Ellendale, DE $151,615 Felton, DE $151,615 Fenwick Island, DE $152,628 Frankford, DE $152,628 Frederica, DE $151,615

Georgetown, DE $151,615 Greenwood, DE $151,615 Harbeson, DE $151,615 Harrington, DE $151,615 Hartly, DE $149,344 Houston, DE $151,615 Kenton, DE $149,416 Laurel, DE $150,024

Yorklyn, DE $148,548

Java Architect Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Java Architect'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 February 01, 2026

$135,230

Average $146,494/year

$156,252

$11,269

Average $12,208/month

$13,021

$2,601

Average $2,817/week

$3,005

$65

Average $70/hour

$75

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$156,252	$13,021	$3,005	$75
Average	$146,494	$12,208	$2,817	$70
25th Percentile	$135,230	$11,269	$2,601	$65

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