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

A Software Developer's salary grows with experience: starting around $125,510 for beginners, reaching about $127,813 at mid-level, and approach $136,474 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Software Developer?

Software Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software Developer roles are District of Columbia $143,172, California $142,629, Massachusetts $140,728. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Software Developer roles make?

Salaries for Software Developer 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 Salary in Delaware

How much does a Software Developer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Developer in Delaware is $130,952 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $152,689
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $120,750 to $142,330
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $111,462

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Software Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$142,330	$11,861	$2,737	$68
Average	$130,952	$10,913	$2,518	$63
25th Percentile	$120,750	$10,063	$2,322	$58

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Key Factors That Influence Software Developer Salaries

A 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 Software Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a 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): $125,510
Early Career (1-2 years): $126,278
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $127,813
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $133,462
Expert (over 8 years): $136,474

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Software Developer	$125,510
Intermediate Level Software Developer	$126,278
Senior Level Software Developer	$127,813
Specialist Level Software Developer	$133,462
Expert Level Software Developer	$136,474

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

District of Columbia: $143,172.
California: $142,629.
Massachusetts: $140,728.

District of Columbia $143,172 California $142,629 Massachusetts $140,728 Washington $140,211 New Jersey $140,159 Alaska $139,978 Connecticut $138,194 New York $137,469

Hawaii $135,155 Rhode Island $134,069 Maryland $133,332 Minnesota $132,323 Colorado $131,935 Illinois $131,806 Oregon $131,314 Delaware $130,952

New Hampshire $130,725 Virginia $130,215 Pennsylvania $128,728 Nevada $127,978 North Dakota $127,732 Michigan $127,344 Wisconsin $127,202 Vermont $126,918

Texas $126,129 Maine $126,077 Arizona $126,000 Ohio $125,909 Georgia $124,719 Indiana $124,125 Wyoming $124,008 Utah $123,827

Iowa $123,750 Kansas $123,129 Louisiana $122,948 North Carolina $122,883 Missouri $122,857 Florida $122,353 Montana $122,082 Nebraska $121,823

Kentucky $121,681 South Carolina $121,163 Tennessee $120,840 Idaho $120,711 New Mexico $119,767 Oklahoma $119,560 Alabama $118,797 South Dakota $117,517

Arkansas $116,819 West Virginia $116,444 Mississippi $115,319

Top Paying Cities for 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: $135,530
Little Creek: $134,276
Magnolia: $134,832

Lincoln, DE $135,530 Little Creek, DE $134,276 Magnolia, DE $134,832 Milford, DE $135,530 Marydel, DE $133,771 Millsboro, DE $135,530 Millville, DE $136,435 Milton, DE $135,530

Nassau, DE $135,530 Ocean View, DE $136,435 Rehoboth Beach, DE $136,435 Seaford, DE $134,107 Selbyville, DE $136,435 Smyrna, DE $133,616 Viola, DE $134,832 Woodside, DE $134,444

Bear, DE $132,633 Newark, DE $132,685 Claymont, DE $132,788 Delaware City, DE $132,685 Hockessin, DE $132,788 Kirkwood, DE $132,685 Middletown, DE $133,344 Montchanin, DE $132,788

New Castle, DE $132,788 Odessa, DE $133,526 Port Penn, DE $132,323 Rockland, DE $132,788 Saint Georges, DE $132,685 Townsend, DE $133,332 Winterthur, DE $132,788 Lewes, DE $135,530

Wilmington, DE $132,788 Dover, DE $134,211 Dover Afb, DE $134,521 Bethany Beach, DE $136,435 Bethel, DE $134,107 Bridgeville, DE $135,530 Camden Wyoming, DE $134,353 Cheswold, DE $133,901

Clayton, DE $133,564 Dagsboro, DE $136,435 Delmar, DE $134,107 Ellendale, DE $135,530 Felton, DE $135,530 Fenwick Island, DE $136,435 Frankford, DE $136,435 Frederica, DE $135,530

Georgetown, DE $135,530 Greenwood, DE $135,530 Harbeson, DE $135,530 Harrington, DE $135,530 Hartly, DE $133,500 Houston, DE $135,530 Kenton, DE $133,564 Laurel, DE $134,107

Yorklyn, DE $132,788

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

Understanding how a 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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$120,750

Average $130,952/year

$142,330

$10,063

Average $10,913/month

$11,861

$2,322

Average $2,518/week

$2,737

$58

Average $63/hour

$68

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$142,330	$11,861	$2,737	$68
Average	$130,952	$10,913	$2,518	$63
25th Percentile	$120,750	$10,063	$2,322	$58

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