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

A Lead Developer's salary grows with experience: a UI Designer/Developer II (2-4 years)earns $93,615, a UI Designer/Developer III (4-7 years)earns $120,257, an UI Designer/Developer IV (7+ years)earns $145,433, a UI Designer/Developer V (7-10 years)earns $165,767, an Lead Developer (10+ years)earns $161,114,

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Developer?

Lead Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Developer roles are District of Columbia $170,513, California $169,866, Massachusetts $167,603. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Developer roles make?

Salaries for Lead Developer level roles vary by specialization: Lead PHP Developer: $172,725; Lead Application Developer: $158,219; Lead Applications Developer: $156,578; Lead Software Developer: $139,183; Lead iOS Developer: $130,225.

Lead Developer Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Lead Developer make in Rhode Island?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Lead Developer in Rhode Island is $160,780 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $77.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $185,974
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $148,577 to $173,968
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $137,466

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Lead Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$173,968	$14,497	$3,346	$84
Average	$160,780	$13,398	$3,092	$77
25th Percentile	$148,577	$12,381	$2,857	$71

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Developer Salaries

A Lead 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 Lead Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead 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): $93,615
Early Career (1-2 years): $120,257
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $145,433
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $165,767
Expert (over 8 years): $161,114

Levels	Salary
UI Design... Level Lead Developer	$93,615
UI Design... Level Lead Developer	$120,257
UI Design... Level Lead Developer	$145,433
UI Design... Level Lead Developer	$165,767
Lead Deve... Level Lead Developer	$161,114

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

District of Columbia: $170,513.
California: $169,866.
Massachusetts: $167,603.

District of Columbia $170,513 California $169,866 Massachusetts $167,603 Washington $166,986 New Jersey $166,925 Alaska $166,709 Connecticut $164,584 New York $163,722

Hawaii $160,965 Rhode Island $159,671 Maryland $158,793 Minnesota $157,592 Colorado $157,130 Illinois $156,976 Oregon $156,391 Delaware $155,960

New Hampshire $155,689 Virginia $155,082 Pennsylvania $153,311 Nevada $152,418 North Dakota $152,125 Michigan $151,663 Wisconsin $151,494 Vermont $151,155

Texas $150,215 Maine $150,154 Arizona $150,061 Ohio $149,954 Georgia $148,537 Indiana $147,828 Wyoming $147,690 Utah $147,474

Iowa $147,382 Kansas $146,643 Louisiana $146,427 North Carolina $146,350 Missouri $146,319 Florida $145,719 Montana $145,395 Nebraska $145,087

Kentucky $144,918 South Carolina $144,302 Tennessee $143,917 Idaho $143,763 New Mexico $142,638 Oklahoma $142,392 Alabama $141,483 South Dakota $139,959

Arkansas $139,127 West Virginia $138,681 Mississippi $137,341

Top Paying Cities for Lead 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: $162,289
Albion: $159,594
Ashaway: $162,905

Adamsville, RI $162,289 Albion, RI $159,594 Ashaway, RI $162,905 Barrington, RI $159,594 Block Island, RI $162,058 Bradford, RI $162,798 Bristol, RI $159,440 Carolina, RI $161,473

Charlestown, RI $161,643 Chepachet, RI $159,286 Clayville, RI $159,440 Coventry, RI $159,286 West Greenwich, RI $159,178 East Greenwich, RI $159,394 Exeter, RI $162,798 Fiskeville, RI $159,594

Forestdale, RI $159,440 Foster, RI $159,178 Glendale, RI $159,178 Greene, RI $160,965 Greenville, RI $159,594 Harmony, RI $159,548 Harrisville, RI $159,286 Hope, RI $159,594

Hope Valley, RI $162,905 Hopkinton, RI $162,952 Jamestown, RI $161,319 Kenyon, RI $162,751 Little Compton, RI $162,228 Manville, RI $159,594 Mapleville, RI $159,178 Newport, RI $161,350

Middletown, RI $162,028 North Kingstown, RI $159,132 North Scituate, RI $159,548 Oakland, RI $159,332 Pascoag, RI $159,240 Pawtucket, RI $159,594 Central Falls, RI $159,594 Cumberland, RI $159,594

Lincoln, RI $159,594 Portsmouth, RI $160,703 Prudence Island, RI $159,286 Rockville, RI $162,952 Saunderstown, RI $161,412 Shannock, RI $162,705 Slatersville, RI $159,440 Slocum, RI $161,412

Tiverton, RI $162,336 Wakefield, RI $161,242 Kingston, RI $161,273 Narragansett, RI $161,304 Peace Dale, RI $161,242 Warren, RI $159,548 Warwick, RI $159,594 Westerly, RI $162,998

West Kingston, RI $161,365 West Warwick, RI $159,594 Wood River Junction, RI $162,798 Woonsocket, RI $159,440 North Smithfield, RI $159,548 Wyoming, RI $162,751 Providence, RI $159,594 Cranston, RI $159,594

North Providence, RI $159,594 East Providence, RI $159,594 Riverside, RI $159,594 Rumford, RI $159,594 Smithfield, RI $159,594 Johnston, RI $159,594

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

Understanding how a Lead 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

$148,577

Average $160,780/year

$173,968

$12,381

Average $13,398/month

$14,497

$2,857

Average $3,092/week

$3,346

$71

Average $77/hour

$84

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$173,968	$14,497	$3,346	$84
Average	$160,780	$13,398	$3,092	$77
25th Percentile	$148,577	$12,381	$2,857	$71

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