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

A Systems Programmer's salary grows with experience: a Software Systems Programmer I (0-2 years)earns $82,468, a Software Systems Programmer II (2-4 years)earns $99,746, a Systems Programmer (4-7 years)earns $122,878, a Software Systems Programmer IV (7+ years)earns $143,645, a Software Systems Programmer V (7-10 years)earns $165,365,

What are the highest paying states for a Systems Programmer?

Systems Programmer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Systems Programmer roles are District of Columbia $134,972, California $134,460, Massachusetts $132,668. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Systems Programmer roles make?

Salaries for Systems Programmer level roles vary by specialization: CICS Systems Programmer: $120,274; IT Systems Programmer III: $118,500; Senior Operating Systems Programmer: $118,490; Intermediate Operating Systems Programmer: $96,200; IT Systems Programmer II: $96,140.

Systems Programmer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Systems Programmer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Systems Programmer in Delaware is $123,452 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $59.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $138,380
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $113,207 to $131,266
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $103,879

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Systems Programmer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$131,266	$10,939	$2,524	$63
Average	$123,452	$10,288	$2,374	$59
25th Percentile	$113,207	$9,434	$2,177	$54

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Key Factors That Influence Systems Programmer Salaries

A Systems 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 Systems Programmer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Systems 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): $82,468
Early Career (1-2 years): $99,746
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $122,878
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $143,645
Expert (over 8 years): $165,365

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level Systems Programmer	$82,468
Software ... Level Systems Programmer	$99,746
Systems P... Level Systems Programmer	$122,878
Software ... Level Systems Programmer	$143,645
Software ... Level Systems Programmer	$165,365

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

District of Columbia: $134,972.
California: $134,460.
Massachusetts: $132,668.

District of Columbia $134,972 California $134,460 Massachusetts $132,668 Washington $132,181 New Jersey $132,132 Alaska $131,961 Connecticut $130,279 New York $129,596

Hawaii $127,414 Rhode Island $126,390 Maryland $125,695 Minnesota $124,744 Colorado $124,379 Illinois $124,257 Oregon $123,794 Delaware $123,452

New Hampshire $123,238 Virginia $122,757 Pennsylvania $121,355 Nevada $120,648 North Dakota $120,417 Michigan $120,051 Wisconsin $119,917 Vermont $119,649

Texas $118,905 Maine $118,856 Arizona $118,783 Ohio $118,698 Georgia $117,576 Indiana $117,016 Wyoming $116,906 Utah $116,735

Iowa $116,662 Kansas $116,077 Louisiana $115,906 North Carolina $115,845 Missouri $115,821 Florida $115,346 Montana $115,090 Nebraska $114,846

Kentucky $114,712 South Carolina $114,224 Tennessee $113,919 Idaho $113,797 New Mexico $112,907 Oklahoma $112,712 Alabama $111,993 South Dakota $110,786

Arkansas $110,128 West Virginia $109,775 Mississippi $108,714

Top Paying Cities for Systems 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: $122,896
Little Creek: $123,796
Magnolia: $123,618

Lincoln, DE $122,896 Little Creek, DE $123,796 Magnolia, DE $123,618 Milford, DE $123,208 Marydel, DE $123,411 Millsboro, DE $122,381 Millville, DE $122,570 Milton, DE $122,782

Nassau, DE $122,871 Ocean View, DE $122,549 Rehoboth Beach, DE $122,784 Seaford, DE $122,854 Selbyville, DE $122,345 Smyrna, DE $123,881 Viola, DE $123,311 Woodside, DE $123,642

Bear, DE $123,357 Newark, DE $123,311 Claymont, DE $123,563 Delaware City, DE $123,434 Hockessin, DE $123,300 Kirkwood, DE $123,411 Middletown, DE $123,458 Montchanin, DE $123,328

New Castle, DE $123,346 Odessa, DE $123,519 Port Penn, DE $123,602 Rockland, DE $123,340 Saint Georges, DE $123,419 Townsend, DE $123,609 Winterthur, DE $123,355 Lewes, DE $122,829

Wilmington, DE $123,306 Dover, DE $123,796 Dover Afb, DE $123,144 Bethany Beach, DE $122,420 Bethel, DE $122,546 Bridgeville, DE $122,835 Camden Wyoming, DE $123,447 Cheswold, DE $123,756

Clayton, DE $123,759 Dagsboro, DE $122,334 Delmar, DE $122,138 Ellendale, DE $122,509 Felton, DE $123,199 Fenwick Island, DE $122,361 Frankford, DE $122,148 Frederica, DE $123,321

Georgetown, DE $122,288 Greenwood, DE $122,855 Harbeson, DE $122,418 Harrington, DE $123,043 Hartly, DE $123,425 Houston, DE $122,867 Kenton, DE $123,765 Laurel, DE $122,215

Yorklyn, DE $123,336

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

Understanding how a Systems 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.

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$113,207

Average $123,452/year

$131,266

$9,434

Average $10,288/month

$10,939

$2,177

Average $2,374/week

$2,524

$54

Average $59/hour

$63

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$131,266	$10,939	$2,524	$63
Average	$123,452	$10,288	$2,374	$59
25th Percentile	$113,207	$9,434	$2,177	$54

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