What are the main factors that influence a Staff Developer'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 Staff Developer?

The Edu., Gov't. industry offers the highest average compensation for Staff Developer roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

How does experience change A Staff Developer's salary?

A Staff Developer's salary grows with experience: starting around $50,544 for beginners, reaching about $52,972 at mid-level, and approach $55,746 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Staff Developer?

Staff Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Staff Developer roles are District of Columbia $57,916, California $57,696, Massachusetts $56,927. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Staff Developer roles make?

Salaries for Staff Developer level roles vary by specialization: Chief of Staff: $228,706; Backend Applications Developer Manager: $152,800; Staff Pharmacist: $151,390; Staff Software Developer: $116,927; AS Developer: $87,099.

Staff Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Staff Developer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Staff Developer in Delaware is $52,973 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $64,981
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,059 to $59,258
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,676

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Staff Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,258	$4,938	$1,140	$28
Average	$52,973	$4,414	$1,019	$25
25th Percentile	$47,059	$3,922	$905	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Staff Developer Salaries

A Staff 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 Staff Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Staff 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): $50,544
Early Career (1-2 years): $50,723
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $52,972
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $55,561
Expert (over 8 years): $55,746

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Staff Developer	$50,544
Intermediate Level Staff Developer	$50,723
Senior Level Staff Developer	$52,972
Specialist Level Staff Developer	$55,561
Expert Level Staff Developer	$55,746

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

District of Columbia: $57,916.
California: $57,696.
Massachusetts: $56,927.

District of Columbia $57,916 California $57,696 Massachusetts $56,927 Washington $56,718 New Jersey $56,697 Alaska $56,624 Connecticut $55,902 New York $55,609

Hawaii $54,673 Rhode Island $54,233 Maryland $53,935 Minnesota $53,527 Colorado $53,370 Illinois $53,318 Oregon $53,119 Delaware $52,973

New Hampshire $52,880 Virginia $52,674 Pennsylvania $52,073 Nevada $51,769 North Dakota $51,670 Michigan $51,513 Wisconsin $51,456 Vermont $51,340

Texas $51,021 Maine $51,000 Arizona $50,969 Ohio $50,932 Georgia $50,451 Indiana $50,211 Wyoming $50,164 Utah $50,090

Iowa $50,059 Kansas $49,808 Louisiana $49,735 North Carolina $49,708 Missouri $49,698 Florida $49,494 Montana $49,384 Nebraska $49,280

Kentucky $49,222 South Carolina $49,013 Tennessee $48,882 Idaho $48,830 New Mexico $48,448 Oklahoma $48,364 Alabama $48,056 South Dakota $47,538

Arkansas $47,255 West Virginia $47,104 Mississippi $46,648

Top Paying Cities for Staff 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: $52,734
Little Creek: $53,120
Magnolia: $53,044

Lincoln, DE $52,734 Little Creek, DE $53,120 Magnolia, DE $53,044 Milford, DE $52,868 Marydel, DE $52,955 Millsboro, DE $52,513 Millville, DE $52,594 Milton, DE $52,685

Nassau, DE $52,723 Ocean View, DE $52,585 Rehoboth Beach, DE $52,686 Seaford, DE $52,716 Selbyville, DE $52,498 Smyrna, DE $53,157 Viola, DE $52,912 Woodside, DE $53,054

Bear, DE $52,932 Newark, DE $52,912 Claymont, DE $53,020 Delaware City, DE $52,965 Hockessin, DE $52,907 Kirkwood, DE $52,955 Middletown, DE $52,975 Montchanin, DE $52,919

New Castle, DE $52,927 Odessa, DE $53,001 Port Penn, DE $53,037 Rockland, DE $52,924 Saint Georges, DE $52,958 Townsend, DE $53,040 Winterthur, DE $52,931 Lewes, DE $52,705

Wilmington, DE $52,910 Dover, DE $53,120 Dover Afb, DE $52,840 Bethany Beach, DE $52,529 Bethel, DE $52,584 Bridgeville, DE $52,708 Camden Wyoming, DE $52,970 Cheswold, DE $53,103

Clayton, DE $53,104 Dagsboro, DE $52,493 Delmar, DE $52,409 Ellendale, DE $52,568 Felton, DE $52,864 Fenwick Island, DE $52,504 Frankford, DE $52,413 Frederica, DE $52,916

Georgetown, DE $52,473 Greenwood, DE $52,716 Harbeson, DE $52,529 Harrington, DE $52,797 Hartly, DE $52,961 Houston, DE $52,721 Kenton, DE $53,107 Laurel, DE $52,442

Yorklyn, DE $52,923

Staff Developer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Staff Developer roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't., offers compensation 15% above the average. Conversely, Staff Developer positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Staff Developer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Staff Developer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't.	$60,918	$29.0	15%

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

Understanding how a Staff 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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$47,059

Average $52,973/year

$59,258

$3,922

Average $4,414/month

$4,938

$905

Average $1,019/week

$1,140

$23

Average $25/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,258	$4,938	$1,140	$28
Average	$52,973	$4,414	$1,019	$25
25th Percentile	$47,059	$3,922	$905	$23

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