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

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

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

A Software Developer Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $170,392 for beginners, reaching about $171,897 at mid-level, and approach $175,615 for experts.

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

Software Developer Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software Developer Manager roles are District of Columbia $191,547, California $190,820, Massachusetts $188,277. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Software Developer Manager 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.

Software Developer Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Software Developer Manager make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Developer Manager in Delaware is $175,198 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $84.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $202,317
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $164,974 to $189,393
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $155,665

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Software Developer Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$189,393	$15,783	$3,642	$91
Average	$175,198	$14,600	$3,369	$84
25th Percentile	$164,974	$13,748	$3,173	$79

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Key Factors That Influence Software Developer Manager Salaries

A Software Developer Manager'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 Software Developer Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software Developer Manager'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): $170,392
Early Career (1-2 years): $170,843
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $171,897
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $173,101
Expert (over 8 years): $175,615

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Software Developer Manager	$170,392
Intermediate Level Software Developer Manager	$170,843
Senior Level Software Developer Manager	$171,897
Specialist Level Software Developer Manager	$173,101
Expert Level Software Developer Manager	$175,615

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

District of Columbia: $191,547.
California: $190,820.
Massachusetts: $188,277.

District of Columbia $191,547 California $190,820 Massachusetts $188,277 Washington $187,585 New Jersey $187,516 Alaska $187,274 Connecticut $184,886 New York $183,917

Hawaii $180,821 Rhode Island $179,367 Maryland $178,381 Minnesota $177,032 Colorado $176,513 Illinois $176,340 Oregon $175,683 Delaware $175,198

New Hampshire $174,894 Virginia $174,212 Pennsylvania $172,222 Nevada $171,219 North Dakota $170,890 Michigan $170,371 Wisconsin $170,181 Vermont $169,800

Texas $168,745 Maine $168,676 Arizona $168,572 Ohio $168,451 Georgia $166,859 Indiana $166,064 Wyoming $165,908 Utah $165,666

Iowa $165,562 Kansas $164,732 Louisiana $164,489 North Carolina $164,403 Missouri $164,368 Florida $163,694 Montana $163,330 Nebraska $162,984

Kentucky $162,794 South Carolina $162,102 Tennessee $161,669 Idaho $161,496 New Mexico $160,234 Oklahoma $159,957 Alabama $158,936 South Dakota $157,223

Arkansas $156,289 West Virginia $155,787 Mississippi $154,282

Top Paying Cities for Software Developer Managers

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: $181,322
Little Creek: $179,644
Magnolia: $180,388

Lincoln, DE $181,322 Little Creek, DE $179,644 Magnolia, DE $180,388 Milford, DE $181,322 Marydel, DE $178,970 Millsboro, DE $181,322 Millville, DE $182,533 Milton, DE $181,322

Nassau, DE $181,322 Ocean View, DE $182,533 Rehoboth Beach, DE $182,533 Seaford, DE $179,419 Selbyville, DE $182,533 Smyrna, DE $178,762 Viola, DE $180,388 Woodside, DE $179,869

Bear, DE $177,447 Newark, DE $177,516 Claymont, DE $177,655 Delaware City, DE $177,516 Hockessin, DE $177,655 Kirkwood, DE $177,516 Middletown, DE $178,399 Montchanin, DE $177,655

New Castle, DE $177,655 Odessa, DE $178,641 Port Penn, DE $177,032 Rockland, DE $177,655 Saint Georges, DE $177,516 Townsend, DE $178,381 Winterthur, DE $177,655 Lewes, DE $181,322

Wilmington, DE $177,655 Dover, DE $179,558 Dover Afb, DE $179,973 Bethany Beach, DE $182,533 Bethel, DE $179,419 Bridgeville, DE $181,322 Camden Wyoming, DE $179,748 Cheswold, DE $179,143

Clayton, DE $178,693 Dagsboro, DE $182,533 Delmar, DE $179,419 Ellendale, DE $181,322 Felton, DE $181,322 Fenwick Island, DE $182,533 Frankford, DE $182,533 Frederica, DE $181,322

Georgetown, DE $181,322 Greenwood, DE $181,322 Harbeson, DE $181,322 Harrington, DE $181,322 Hartly, DE $178,606 Houston, DE $181,322 Kenton, DE $178,693 Laurel, DE $179,419

Yorklyn, DE $177,655

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

Understanding how a Software Developer Manager'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

$164,974

Average $175,198/year

$189,393

$13,748

Average $14,600/month

$15,783

$3,173

Average $3,369/week

$3,642

$79

Average $84/hour

$91

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$189,393	$15,783	$3,642	$91
Average	$175,198	$14,600	$3,369	$84
25th Percentile	$164,974	$13,748	$3,173	$79

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