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

A Linux Kernel Developer's salary grows with experience: a Loan Underwriter I (0-2 years)earns $62,315, a Loan Underwriter II (2-4 years)earns $72,793, a Linux Kernel Developer (4-7 years)earns $89,675, a Loan Underwriter IV (7+ years)earns $108,887, a Loan Underwriting Supervisor (7+ years)earns $100,196,

What are the highest paying states for a Linux Kernel Developer?

Linux Kernel Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Linux Kernel Developer roles are District of Columbia $94,109, California $93,752, Massachusetts $92,502. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Linux Kernel Developer roles make?

Salaries for Linux Kernel Developer level roles vary by specialization: Linux Developer Experience Lead: $158,434; Linux Engineer: $137,061; Linux Architect: $109,243; Senior Linux Kernel Engineer: $94,664; Embedded Linux Developer: $94,664.

Linux Kernel Developer Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Linux Kernel Developer make in Rhode Island?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Linux Kernel Developer in Rhode Island is $88,737 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $96,069
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $85,086 to $92,575
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $81,762

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Linux Kernel Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,575	$7,715	$1,780	$45
Average	$88,737	$7,395	$1,706	$43
25th Percentile	$85,086	$7,090	$1,636	$41

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Key Factors That Influence Linux Kernel Developer Salaries

A Linux Kernel 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 Linux Kernel Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Linux Kernel 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): $62,315
Early Career (1-2 years): $72,793
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $89,675
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $108,887
Expert (over 8 years): $100,196

Levels	Salary
Loan Unde... Level Linux Kernel Developer	$62,315
Loan Unde... Level Linux Kernel Developer	$72,793
Linux Ker... Level Linux Kernel Developer	$89,675
Loan Unde... Level Linux Kernel Developer	$108,887
Loan Unde... Level Linux Kernel Developer	$100,196

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

District of Columbia: $94,109.
California: $93,752.
Massachusetts: $92,502.

District of Columbia $94,109 California $93,752 Massachusetts $92,502 Washington $92,162 New Jersey $92,128 Alaska $92,009 Connecticut $90,836 New York $90,360

Hawaii $88,839 Rhode Island $88,125 Maryland $87,640 Minnesota $86,977 Colorado $86,722 Illinois $86,637 Oregon $86,314 Delaware $86,076

New Hampshire $85,927 Virginia $85,592 Pennsylvania $84,614 Nevada $84,121 North Dakota $83,960 Michigan $83,705 Wisconsin $83,611 Vermont $83,425

Texas $82,906 Maine $82,872 Arizona $82,821 Ohio $82,762 Georgia $81,980 Indiana $81,589 Wyoming $81,512 Utah $81,393

Iowa $81,342 Kansas $80,934 Louisiana $80,815 North Carolina $80,773 Missouri $80,756 Florida $80,424 Montana $80,246 Nebraska $80,076

Kentucky $79,982 South Carolina $79,642 Tennessee $79,430 Idaho $79,345 New Mexico $78,724 Oklahoma $78,588 Alabama $78,087 South Dakota $77,245

Arkansas $76,786 West Virginia $76,540 Mississippi $75,800

Top Paying Cities for Linux Kernel 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: $89,570
Albion: $88,082
Ashaway: $89,910

Adamsville, RI $89,570 Albion, RI $88,082 Ashaway, RI $89,910 Barrington, RI $88,082 Block Island, RI $89,442 Bradford, RI $89,850 Bristol, RI $87,997 Carolina, RI $89,119

Charlestown, RI $89,213 Chepachet, RI $87,912 Clayville, RI $87,997 Coventry, RI $87,912 West Greenwich, RI $87,853 East Greenwich, RI $87,972 Exeter, RI $89,850 Fiskeville, RI $88,082

Forestdale, RI $87,997 Foster, RI $87,853 Glendale, RI $87,853 Greene, RI $88,839 Greenville, RI $88,082 Harmony, RI $88,057 Harrisville, RI $87,912 Hope, RI $88,082

Hope Valley, RI $89,910 Hopkinton, RI $89,935 Jamestown, RI $89,034 Kenyon, RI $89,825 Little Compton, RI $89,536 Manville, RI $88,082 Mapleville, RI $87,853 Newport, RI $89,051

Middletown, RI $89,425 North Kingstown, RI $87,827 North Scituate, RI $88,057 Oakland, RI $87,938 Pascoag, RI $87,887 Pawtucket, RI $88,082 Central Falls, RI $88,082 Cumberland, RI $88,082

Lincoln, RI $88,082 Portsmouth, RI $88,694 Prudence Island, RI $87,912 Rockville, RI $89,935 Saunderstown, RI $89,085 Shannock, RI $89,799 Slatersville, RI $87,997 Slocum, RI $89,085

Tiverton, RI $89,595 Wakefield, RI $88,992 Kingston, RI $89,009 Narragansett, RI $89,026 Peace Dale, RI $88,992 Warren, RI $88,057 Warwick, RI $88,082 Westerly, RI $89,961

West Kingston, RI $89,060 West Warwick, RI $88,082 Wood River Junction, RI $89,850 Woonsocket, RI $87,997 North Smithfield, RI $88,057 Wyoming, RI $89,825 Providence, RI $88,082 Cranston, RI $88,082

North Providence, RI $88,082 East Providence, RI $88,082 Riverside, RI $88,082 Rumford, RI $88,082 Smithfield, RI $88,082 Johnston, RI $88,082

Linux Kernel Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Linux Kernel 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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$85,086

Average $88,737/year

$92,575

$7,090

Average $7,395/month

$7,715

$1,636

Average $1,706/week

$1,780

$41

Average $43/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,575	$7,715	$1,780	$45
Average	$88,737	$7,395	$1,706	$43
25th Percentile	$85,086	$7,090	$1,636	$41

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