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

A Java Developer's salary grows with experience: starting around $104,284 for beginners, reaching about $108,252 at mid-level, and approach $112,346 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Java Developer?

Java Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Java Developer roles are District of Columbia $117,343, California $116,898, Massachusetts $115,340. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Java Developer roles make?

Salaries for Java Developer level roles vary by specialization: Java Developer, Sr.: $128,220; Lead Java Developer: $128,220; Core Java Developer: $107,277; Stack Java Developer: $107,277; Java Backend Developer: $107,277.

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Java Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Java Developer make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Java Developer in Delaware is $107,572 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $124,337
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $97,268 to $116,347
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $87,888

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Java Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$116,347	$9,696	$2,237	$56
Average	$107,572	$8,964	$2,069	$52
25th Percentile	$97,268	$8,106	$1,871	$47

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Key Factors That Influence Java Developer Salaries

A Java 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 Java Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Java 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): $104,284
Early Career (1-2 years): $104,583
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $108,252
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $112,073
Expert (over 8 years): $112,346

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Java Developer	$104,284
Intermediate Level Java Developer	$104,583
Senior Level Java Developer	$108,252
Specialist Level Java Developer	$112,073
Expert Level Java Developer	$112,346

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

District of Columbia: $117,343.
California: $116,898.
Massachusetts: $115,340.

District of Columbia $117,343 California $116,898 Massachusetts $115,340 Washington $114,916 New Jersey $114,874 Alaska $114,726 Connecticut $113,263 New York $112,669

Hawaii $110,772 Rhode Island $109,882 Maryland $109,278 Minnesota $108,451 Colorado $108,133 Illinois $108,027 Oregon $107,625 Delaware $107,328

New Hampshire $107,141 Virginia $106,724 Pennsylvania $105,505 Nevada $104,890 North Dakota $104,689 Michigan $104,371 Wisconsin $104,254 Vermont $104,021

Texas $103,375 Maine $103,332 Arizona $103,269 Ohio $103,195 Georgia $102,220 Indiana $101,732 Wyoming $101,637 Utah $101,488

Iowa $101,425 Kansas $100,916 Louisiana $100,768 North Carolina $100,715 Missouri $100,693 Florida $100,280 Montana $100,058 Nebraska $99,846

Kentucky $99,729 South Carolina $99,305 Tennessee $99,040 Idaho $98,934 New Mexico $98,161 Oklahoma $97,991 Alabama $97,366 South Dakota $96,316

Arkansas $95,744 West Virginia $95,437 Mississippi $94,515

Top Paying Cities for Java 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: $111,080
Little Creek: $110,052
Magnolia: $110,507

Lincoln, DE $111,080 Little Creek, DE $110,052 Magnolia, DE $110,507 Milford, DE $111,080 Marydel, DE $109,638 Millsboro, DE $111,080 Millville, DE $111,822 Milton, DE $111,080

Nassau, DE $111,080 Ocean View, DE $111,822 Rehoboth Beach, DE $111,822 Seaford, DE $109,914 Selbyville, DE $111,822 Smyrna, DE $109,511 Viola, DE $110,507 Woodside, DE $110,189

Bear, DE $108,706 Newark, DE $108,748 Claymont, DE $108,833 Delaware City, DE $108,748 Hockessin, DE $108,833 Kirkwood, DE $108,748 Middletown, DE $109,289 Montchanin, DE $108,833

New Castle, DE $108,833 Odessa, DE $109,437 Port Penn, DE $108,451 Rockland, DE $108,833 Saint Georges, DE $108,748 Townsend, DE $109,278 Winterthur, DE $108,833 Lewes, DE $111,080

Wilmington, DE $108,833 Dover, DE $109,999 Dover Afb, DE $110,253 Bethany Beach, DE $111,822 Bethel, DE $109,914 Bridgeville, DE $111,080 Camden Wyoming, DE $110,115 Cheswold, DE $109,744

Clayton, DE $109,469 Dagsboro, DE $111,822 Delmar, DE $109,914 Ellendale, DE $111,080 Felton, DE $111,080 Fenwick Island, DE $111,822 Frankford, DE $111,822 Frederica, DE $111,080

Georgetown, DE $111,080 Greenwood, DE $111,080 Harbeson, DE $111,080 Harrington, DE $111,080 Hartly, DE $109,416 Houston, DE $111,080 Kenton, DE $109,469 Laurel, DE $109,914

Yorklyn, DE $108,833

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

Understanding how a Java 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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$97,268

Average $107,572/year

$116,347

$8,106

Average $8,964/month

$9,696

$1,871

Average $2,069/week

$2,237

$47

Average $52/hour

$56

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$116,347	$9,696	$2,237	$56
Average	$107,572	$8,964	$2,069	$52
25th Percentile	$97,268	$8,106	$1,871	$47

Java Developer Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Java 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 Developer Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Applications Programmer III	$124,394	16%
Software Architect III	$130,577	21%
Backend Developer III	$127,005	18%
Full Stack Developer III	$130,306	21%

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