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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for PHP Engineer?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for PHP Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 44% above the market median.

How does experience change A PHP Engineer's salary?

A PHP Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Web Applications Developer I (0-2 years)earns $72,784, a PHP Engineer (2-4 years)earns $94,916, a Web Applications Developer III (4-7 years)earns $118,347, a Web Applications Developer IV (7+ years)earns $145,189, a Web Applications Development Manager (7+ years)earns $146,341,

What are the highest paying states for a PHP Engineer?

PHP Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for PHP Engineer roles are District of Columbia $104,538, California $104,142, Massachusetts $102,754. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of PHP Engineer roles make?

Salaries for PHP Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Senior PHP Software Engineer: $192,732; Lead PHP Developer: $170,640; Php Software Developer: $124,978; PHP Developers: $96,965; PHP Software Engineer: $85,367.

PHP Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a PHP Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a PHP Engineer in Delaware is $95,616 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $113,808
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $85,884 to $105,139
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $77,024

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PHP Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,139	$8,762	$2,022	$51
Average	$95,616	$7,968	$1,839	$46
25th Percentile	$85,884	$7,157	$1,652	$41

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Key Factors That Influence PHP Engineer Salaries

A PHP 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 PHP Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a PHP 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): $72,784
Early Career (1-2 years): $94,916
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $118,347
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $145,189
Expert (over 8 years): $146,341

Levels	Salary
Web Appli... Level PHP Engineer	$72,784
PHP Engin... Level PHP Engineer	$94,916
Web Appli... Level PHP Engineer	$118,347
Web Appli... Level PHP Engineer	$145,189
Web Appli... Level PHP Engineer	$146,341

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

District of Columbia: $104,538.
California: $104,142.
Massachusetts: $102,754.

District of Columbia $104,538 California $104,142 Massachusetts $102,754 Washington $102,376 New Jersey $102,338 Alaska $102,206 Connecticut $100,903 New York $100,374

Hawaii $98,684 Rhode Island $97,891 Maryland $97,353 Minnesota $96,617 Colorado $96,333 Illinois $96,239 Oregon $95,880 Delaware $95,616

New Hampshire $95,450 Virginia $95,078 Pennsylvania $93,992 Nevada $93,444 North Dakota $93,265 Michigan $92,982 Wisconsin $92,878 Vermont $92,670

Texas $92,094 Maine $92,056 Arizona $92,000 Ohio $91,934 Georgia $91,065 Indiana $90,631 Wyoming $90,546 Utah $90,413

Iowa $90,357 Kansas $89,904 Louisiana $89,771 North Carolina $89,724 Missouri $89,705 Florida $89,337 Montana $89,139 Nebraska $88,950

Kentucky $88,846 South Carolina $88,468 Tennessee $88,232 Idaho $88,138 New Mexico $87,449 Oklahoma $87,298 Alabama $86,741 South Dakota $85,806

Arkansas $85,296 West Virginia $85,022 Mississippi $84,201

Top Paying Cities for PHP 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: $95,185
Little Creek: $95,882
Magnolia: $95,744

Lincoln, DE $95,185 Little Creek, DE $95,882 Magnolia, DE $95,744 Milford, DE $95,427 Marydel, DE $95,584 Millsboro, DE $94,786 Millville, DE $94,932 Milton, DE $95,097

Nassau, DE $95,165 Ocean View, DE $94,916 Rehoboth Beach, DE $95,098 Seaford, DE $95,152 Selbyville, DE $94,758 Smyrna, DE $95,948 Viola, DE $95,506 Woodside, DE $95,763

Bear, DE $95,542 Newark, DE $95,506 Claymont, DE $95,702 Delaware City, DE $95,602 Hockessin, DE $95,498 Kirkwood, DE $95,584 Middletown, DE $95,621 Montchanin, DE $95,519

New Castle, DE $95,534 Odessa, DE $95,668 Port Penn, DE $95,732 Rockland, DE $95,529 Saint Georges, DE $95,590 Townsend, DE $95,738 Winterthur, DE $95,540 Lewes, DE $95,133

Wilmington, DE $95,502 Dover, DE $95,882 Dover Afb, DE $95,377 Bethany Beach, DE $94,816 Bethel, DE $94,914 Bridgeville, DE $95,138 Camden Wyoming, DE $95,612 Cheswold, DE $95,851

Clayton, DE $95,854 Dagsboro, DE $94,750 Delmar, DE $94,598 Ellendale, DE $94,885 Felton, DE $95,419 Fenwick Island, DE $94,771 Frankford, DE $94,606 Frederica, DE $95,514

Georgetown, DE $94,714 Greenwood, DE $95,153 Harbeson, DE $94,815 Harrington, DE $95,299 Hartly, DE $95,595 Houston, DE $95,163 Kenton, DE $95,858 Laurel, DE $94,657

Yorklyn, DE $95,526

PHP Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For PHP Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 44% above the average. In contrast, PHP Engineer positions in Retail & Wholesale or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view PHP Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a PHP Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$137,687	$66.0	44%
Internet	$128,125	$62.0	34%
Software & Networking	$123,344	$59.0	29%
Financial Services	$118,564	$57.0	24%
Insurance	$113,783	$55.0	19%

PHP Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a PHP 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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$85,884

Average $95,616/year

$105,139

$7,157

Average $7,968/month

$8,762

$1,652

Average $1,839/week

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Average $46/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,139	$8,762	$2,022	$51
Average	$95,616	$7,968	$1,839	$46
25th Percentile	$85,884	$7,157	$1,652	$41

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