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

A Security Software Developer's salary grows with experience: a Security Software Developer (0-2 years)earns $72,276, a Web Software Developer II (2-4 years)earns $101,016, a Web Software Developer III (4-7 years)earns $116,464, a Web Software Developer IV (7+ years)earns $137,071, a Web Software Development Manager (7+ years)earns $148,851,

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

Security Software Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Security Software Developer roles are District of Columbia $79,844, California $79,541, Massachusetts $78,481. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Security Software Developer level roles vary by specialization: Software Systems Developer VI: $191,638; Software Systems Developer V: $165,899; Software Developer IV: $148,910; Software Systems Developer IV: $143,135; Software Developer: $129,300.

Security Software Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Security Software Developer make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Security Software Developer in Delaware is $73,029 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $92,594
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66,734 to $83,270
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,003

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Security Software Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,270	$6,939	$1,601	$40
Average	$73,029	$6,086	$1,404	$35
25th Percentile	$66,734	$5,561	$1,283	$32

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Key Factors That Influence Security Software Developer Salaries

A Security 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 Security Software Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Security 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): $72,276
Early Career (1-2 years): $101,016
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $116,464
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $137,071
Expert (over 8 years): $148,851

Levels	Salary
Security ... Level Security Software Developer	$72,276
Web Softw... Level Security Software Developer	$101,016
Web Softw... Level Security Software Developer	$116,464
Web Softw... Level Security Software Developer	$137,071
Web Softw... Level Security Software Developer	$148,851

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

District of Columbia: $79,844.
California: $79,541.
Massachusetts: $78,481.

District of Columbia $79,844 California $79,541 Massachusetts $78,481 Washington $78,193 New Jersey $78,164 Alaska $78,063 Connecticut $77,068 New York $76,664

Hawaii $75,373 Rhode Island $74,767 Maryland $74,356 Minnesota $73,794 Colorado $73,577 Illinois $73,505 Oregon $73,231 Delaware $73,029

New Hampshire $72,902 Virginia $72,618 Pennsylvania $71,789 Nevada $71,371 North Dakota $71,234 Michigan $71,017 Wisconsin $70,938 Vermont $70,779

Texas $70,340 Maine $70,311 Arizona $70,267 Ohio $70,217 Georgia $69,553 Indiana $69,222 Wyoming $69,157 Utah $69,056

Iowa $69,013 Kansas $68,666 Louisiana $68,566 North Carolina $68,529 Missouri $68,515 Florida $68,234 Montana $68,082 Nebraska $67,938

Kentucky $67,859 South Carolina $67,570 Tennessee $67,390 Idaho $67,318 New Mexico $66,792 Oklahoma $66,676 Alabama $66,251 South Dakota $65,537

Arkansas $65,147 West Virginia $64,938 Mississippi $64,311

Top Paying Cities for Security 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: $75,582
Little Creek: $74,883
Magnolia: $75,193

Lincoln, DE $75,582 Little Creek, DE $74,883 Magnolia, DE $75,193 Milford, DE $75,582 Marydel, DE $74,601 Millsboro, DE $75,582 Millville, DE $76,087 Milton, DE $75,582

Nassau, DE $75,582 Ocean View, DE $76,087 Rehoboth Beach, DE $76,087 Seaford, DE $74,789 Selbyville, DE $76,087 Smyrna, DE $74,515 Viola, DE $75,193 Woodside, DE $74,976

Bear, DE $73,967 Newark, DE $73,996 Claymont, DE $74,053 Delaware City, DE $73,996 Hockessin, DE $74,053 Kirkwood, DE $73,996 Middletown, DE $74,363 Montchanin, DE $74,053

New Castle, DE $74,053 Odessa, DE $74,464 Port Penn, DE $73,794 Rockland, DE $74,053 Saint Georges, DE $73,996 Townsend, DE $74,356 Winterthur, DE $74,053 Lewes, DE $75,582

Wilmington, DE $74,053 Dover, DE $74,847 Dover Afb, DE $75,020 Bethany Beach, DE $76,087 Bethel, DE $74,789 Bridgeville, DE $75,582 Camden Wyoming, DE $74,926 Cheswold, DE $74,674

Clayton, DE $74,486 Dagsboro, DE $76,087 Delmar, DE $74,789 Ellendale, DE $75,582 Felton, DE $75,582 Fenwick Island, DE $76,087 Frankford, DE $76,087 Frederica, DE $75,582

Georgetown, DE $75,582 Greenwood, DE $75,582 Harbeson, DE $75,582 Harrington, DE $75,582 Hartly, DE $74,450 Houston, DE $75,582 Kenton, DE $74,486 Laurel, DE $74,789

Yorklyn, DE $74,053

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

Understanding how a Security 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.

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$66,734

Average $73,029/year

$83,270

$5,561

Average $6,086/month

$6,939

$1,283

Average $1,404/week

$1,601

$32

Average $35/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,270	$6,939	$1,601	$40
Average	$73,029	$6,086	$1,404	$35
25th Percentile	$66,734	$5,561	$1,283	$32

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