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

A Java Applications Developer's salary grows with experience: starting around $107,305 for beginners, reaching about $111,365 at mid-level, and approach $115,572 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Java Applications Developer?

Java Applications Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Java Applications Developer roles are District of Columbia $117,400, California $116,900, Massachusetts $115,400. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Java Applications Developer roles make?

Salaries for Java Applications Developer level roles vary by specialization: Web Applications Developer IV: $139,694; Java Applications Senior Developer: $128,300; Java Developer, Sr.: $128,220; Lead Java Developer: $128,220; Web Applications Developer - Senior: $114,000.

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Java Applications Developer Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Java Applications Developer make in Rhode Island?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Java Applications Developer in Rhode Island is $110,700 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $127,894
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $100,100 to $119,700
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $90,449

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Java Applications Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$119,700	$9,975	$2,302	$58
Average	$110,700	$9,225	$2,129	$53
25th Percentile	$100,100	$8,342	$1,925	$48

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Key Factors That Influence Java Applications Developer Salaries

A Java Applications 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.

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Java Applications Developer	$107,305
Intermediate Level Java Applications Developer	$107,610
Senior Level Java Applications Developer	$111,365
Specialist Level Java Applications Developer	$115,292
Expert Level Java Applications Developer	$115,572

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

District of Columbia: $117,400.
California: $116,900.
Massachusetts: $115,400.

District of Columbia $117,400 California $116,900 Massachusetts $115,400 Washington $115,000 New Jersey $114,900 Alaska $114,800 Connecticut $113,300 New York $112,700

Hawaii $110,800 Rhode Island $109,900 Maryland $109,300 Minnesota $108,500 Colorado $108,200 Illinois $108,100 Oregon $107,700 Delaware $107,400

New Hampshire $107,200 Virginia $106,800 Pennsylvania $105,600 Nevada $104,900 North Dakota $104,700 Michigan $104,400 Wisconsin $104,300 Vermont $104,100

Maine $103,400 Texas $103,400 Arizona $103,300 Ohio $103,200 Georgia $102,300 Indiana $101,800 Wyoming $101,700 Utah $101,500

Iowa $101,500 Kansas $101,000 Louisiana $100,800 North Carolina $100,800 Missouri $100,700 Florida $100,300 Montana $100,100 Nebraska $99,900

Kentucky $99,800 South Carolina $99,400 Tennessee $99,100 Idaho $99,000 New Mexico $98,200 Oklahoma $98,000 Alabama $97,400 South Dakota $96,400

Arkansas $95,800 West Virginia $95,500 Mississippi $94,600

Top Paying Cities for Java Applications 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:

Adamsville: $111,700
Albion: $109,900
Ashaway: $112,200

Adamsville, RI $111,700 Albion, RI $109,900 Ashaway, RI $112,200 Barrington, RI $109,900 Block Island, RI $111,600 Bradford, RI $112,100 Bristol, RI $109,800 Carolina, RI $111,200

Charlestown, RI $111,300 Chepachet, RI $109,700 Clayville, RI $109,800 Coventry, RI $109,700 West Greenwich, RI $109,600 East Greenwich, RI $109,700 Exeter, RI $112,100 Fiskeville, RI $109,900

Forestdale, RI $109,800 Foster, RI $109,600 Glendale, RI $109,600 Greene, RI $110,800 Greenville, RI $109,900 Harmony, RI $109,800 Harrisville, RI $109,700 Hope, RI $109,900

Hope Valley, RI $112,200 Hopkinton, RI $112,200 Jamestown, RI $111,100 Kenyon, RI $112,100 Little Compton, RI $111,700 Manville, RI $109,900 Mapleville, RI $109,600 Newport, RI $111,100

Middletown, RI $111,600 North Kingstown, RI $109,600 North Scituate, RI $109,800 Oakland, RI $109,700 Pascoag, RI $109,600 Pawtucket, RI $109,900 Central Falls, RI $109,900 Cumberland, RI $109,900

Lincoln, RI $109,900 Portsmouth, RI $110,600 Prudence Island, RI $109,700 Rockville, RI $112,200 Saunderstown, RI $111,100 Shannock, RI $112,000 Slatersville, RI $109,800 Slocum, RI $111,100

Tiverton, RI $111,800 Wakefield, RI $111,000 Kingston, RI $111,000 Narragansett, RI $111,100 Peace Dale, RI $111,000 Warren, RI $109,800 Warwick, RI $109,900 Westerly, RI $112,200

West Kingston, RI $111,100 West Warwick, RI $109,900 Wood River Junction, RI $112,100 Woonsocket, RI $109,800 North Smithfield, RI $109,800 Wyoming, RI $112,100 Providence, RI $109,900 Cranston, RI $109,900

North Providence, RI $109,900 East Providence, RI $109,900 Riverside, RI $109,900 Rumford, RI $109,900 Smithfield, RI $109,900 Johnston, RI $109,900

Java Applications Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Java Applications 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.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$100,100

Average $110,700/year

$119,700

$8,342

Average $9,225/month

$9,975

$1,925

Average $2,129/week

$2,302

$48

Average $53/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$119,700	$9,975	$2,302	$58
Average	$110,700	$9,225	$2,129	$53
25th Percentile	$100,100	$8,342	$1,925	$48

Java Applications Developer Salary Growth & Career Path

Java Applications Developer

Application Programmer Analyst III

Software Research and Design Architect III

Backend Applications Developer III

Full Stack Engineer Senior

Applications Programming Project Supervisor

VP of Software Research and Design Architecture

Backend Applications Developer IV

Full Stack Engineer Specialist

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Java Applications Developer, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Java Applications Developer Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Application Programmer Analyst III	$128,000	16%
Software Research and Design Architect III	$134,400	21%
Backend Applications Developer III	$130,700	18%
Full Stack Engineer Senior	$134,100	21%

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