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

A Software Programmer's salary grows with experience: starting around $75,660 for beginners, reaching about $77,493 at mid-level, and approach $77,941 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Software Programmer?

Software Programmer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software Programmer roles are District of Columbia $83,551, California $83,234, Massachusetts $82,125. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Software Programmer roles make?

Salaries for Software Programmer level roles vary by specialization: Software Systems Programmer V: $159,367; Software Systems Programmer IV: $138,439; Software Systems Programmer III: $118,467; Senior Web Software Programmer: $116,870; Senior Software Programmer: $107,095.

Software Programmer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Software Programmer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Programmer in Delaware is $76,420 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $88,040
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,157 to $82,502
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,275

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Software Programmer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,502	$6,875	$1,587	$40
Average	$76,420	$6,368	$1,470	$37
25th Percentile	$72,157	$6,013	$1,388	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Software Programmer Salaries

A Software Programmer'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 Programmer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software Programmer'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): $75,660
Early Career (1-2 years): $76,152
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $77,493
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $77,762
Expert (over 8 years): $77,941

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Software Programmer	$75,660
Intermediate Level Software Programmer	$76,152
Senior Level Software Programmer	$77,493
Specialist Level Software Programmer	$77,762
Expert Level Software Programmer	$77,941

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

District of Columbia: $83,551.
California: $83,234.
Massachusetts: $82,125.

District of Columbia $83,551 California $83,234 Massachusetts $82,125 Washington $81,823 New Jersey $81,793 Alaska $81,687 Connecticut $80,646 New York $80,223

Hawaii $78,873 Rhode Island $78,239 Maryland $77,809 Minnesota $77,220 Colorado $76,994 Illinois $76,918 Oregon $76,631 Delaware $76,420

New Hampshire $76,287 Virginia $75,990 Pennsylvania $75,122 Nevada $74,684 North Dakota $74,541 Michigan $74,315 Wisconsin $74,232 Vermont $74,066

Texas $73,605 Maine $73,575 Arizona $73,530 Ohio $73,477 Georgia $72,783 Indiana $72,436 Wyoming $72,368 Utah $72,262

Iowa $72,217 Kansas $71,855 Louisiana $71,749 North Carolina $71,711 Missouri $71,696 Florida $71,402 Montana $71,243 Nebraska $71,092

Kentucky $71,009 South Carolina $70,708 Tennessee $70,519 Idaho $70,443 New Mexico $69,893 Oklahoma $69,772 Alabama $69,327 South Dakota $68,580

Arkansas $68,172 West Virginia $67,953 Mississippi $67,297

Top Paying Cities for Software Programmers

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: $79,091
Little Creek: $78,359
Magnolia: $78,684

Lincoln, DE $79,091 Little Creek, DE $78,359 Magnolia, DE $78,684 Milford, DE $79,091 Marydel, DE $78,065 Millsboro, DE $79,091 Millville, DE $79,620 Milton, DE $79,091

Nassau, DE $79,091 Ocean View, DE $79,620 Rehoboth Beach, DE $79,620 Seaford, DE $78,261 Selbyville, DE $79,620 Smyrna, DE $77,975 Viola, DE $78,684 Woodside, DE $78,458

Bear, DE $77,401 Newark, DE $77,431 Claymont, DE $77,492 Delaware City, DE $77,431 Hockessin, DE $77,492 Kirkwood, DE $77,431 Middletown, DE $77,816 Montchanin, DE $77,492

New Castle, DE $77,492 Odessa, DE $77,922 Port Penn, DE $77,220 Rockland, DE $77,492 Saint Georges, DE $77,431 Townsend, DE $77,809 Winterthur, DE $77,492 Lewes, DE $79,091

Wilmington, DE $77,492 Dover, DE $78,322 Dover Afb, DE $78,503 Bethany Beach, DE $79,620 Bethel, DE $78,261 Bridgeville, DE $79,091 Camden Wyoming, DE $78,405 Cheswold, DE $78,141

Clayton, DE $77,944 Dagsboro, DE $79,620 Delmar, DE $78,261 Ellendale, DE $79,091 Felton, DE $79,091 Fenwick Island, DE $79,620 Frankford, DE $79,620 Frederica, DE $79,091

Georgetown, DE $79,091 Greenwood, DE $79,091 Harbeson, DE $79,091 Harrington, DE $79,091 Hartly, DE $77,907 Houston, DE $79,091 Kenton, DE $77,944 Laurel, DE $78,261

Yorklyn, DE $77,492

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

Understanding how a Software Programmer'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

$72,157

Average $76,420/year

$82,502

$6,013

Average $6,368/month

$6,875

$1,388

Average $1,470/week

$1,587

$35

Average $37/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,502	$6,875	$1,587	$40
Average	$76,420	$6,368	$1,470	$37
25th Percentile	$72,157	$6,013	$1,388	$35

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