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

A Lead Software Developer's salary grows with experience: a Web Software Developer I (0-2 years)earns $73,763, a Web Software Developer II (2-4 years)earns $103,087, a Web Software Developer III (4-7 years)earns $118,881, a Lead Software Developer (7+ years)earns $139,868, a Web Software Development Manager (7+ years)earns $151,883,

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Software Developer?

Lead Software Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Software Developer roles are District of Columbia $154,104, California $153,519, Massachusetts $151,473. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Software Developer roles make?

Salaries for Lead Software Developer level roles vary by specialization: Software Developer Team Lead: $148,939; Software Developer IV: $148,920; Software Engineer IV: $148,920; Web Software Developer -Specialist: $137,520; Web Software Developer IV: $137,512.

Lead Software Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Software Developer make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Lead Software Developer in Delaware is $141,271 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $68.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $163,780
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $130,844 to $153,053
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $121,351

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Lead Software Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$153,053	$12,754	$2,943	$74
Average	$141,271	$11,773	$2,717	$68
25th Percentile	$130,844	$10,904	$2,516	$63

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Software Developer Salaries

A Lead Software 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 Software Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Software 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): $73,763
Early Career (1-2 years): $103,087
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $118,881
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $139,868
Expert (over 8 years): $151,883

Levels	Salary
Web Softw... Level Lead Software Developer	$73,763
Web Softw... Level Lead Software Developer	$103,087
Web Softw... Level Lead Software Developer	$118,881
Lead Soft... Level Lead Software Developer	$139,868
Web Softw... Level Lead Software Developer	$151,883

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

District of Columbia: $154,104.
California: $153,519.
Massachusetts: $151,473.

District of Columbia $154,104 California $153,519 Massachusetts $151,473 Washington $150,917 New Jersey $150,861 Alaska $150,666 Connecticut $148,745 New York $147,966

Hawaii $145,475 Rhode Island $144,305 Maryland $143,512 Minnesota $142,426 Colorado $142,009 Illinois $141,870 Oregon $141,341 Delaware $140,951

New Hampshire $140,706 Virginia $140,158 Pennsylvania $138,557 Nevada $137,750 North Dakota $137,485 Michigan $137,068 Wisconsin $136,915 Vermont $136,609

Texas $135,760 Maine $135,704 Arizona $135,620 Ohio $135,523 Georgia $134,242 Indiana $133,602 Wyoming $133,477 Utah $133,282

Iowa $133,199 Kansas $132,531 Louisiana $132,336 North Carolina $132,266 Missouri $132,238 Florida $131,695 Montana $131,403 Nebraska $131,125

Kentucky $130,972 South Carolina $130,415 Tennessee $130,067 Idaho $129,928 New Mexico $128,912 Oklahoma $128,689 Alabama $127,868 South Dakota $126,490

Arkansas $125,738 West Virginia $125,335 Mississippi $124,124

Top Paying Cities for Lead Software 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: $145,878
Little Creek: $144,528
Magnolia: $145,127

Lincoln, DE $145,878 Little Creek, DE $144,528 Magnolia, DE $145,127 Milford, DE $145,878 Marydel, DE $143,985 Millsboro, DE $145,878 Millville, DE $146,853 Milton, DE $145,878

Nassau, DE $145,878 Ocean View, DE $146,853 Rehoboth Beach, DE $146,853 Seaford, DE $144,347 Selbyville, DE $146,853 Smyrna, DE $143,818 Viola, DE $145,127 Woodside, DE $144,709

Bear, DE $142,761 Newark, DE $142,816 Claymont, DE $142,928 Delaware City, DE $142,816 Hockessin, DE $142,928 Kirkwood, DE $142,816 Middletown, DE $143,526 Montchanin, DE $142,928

New Castle, DE $142,928 Odessa, DE $143,721 Port Penn, DE $142,426 Rockland, DE $142,928 Saint Georges, DE $142,816 Townsend, DE $143,512 Winterthur, DE $142,928 Lewes, DE $145,878

Wilmington, DE $142,928 Dover, DE $144,459 Dover Afb, DE $144,793 Bethany Beach, DE $146,853 Bethel, DE $144,347 Bridgeville, DE $145,878 Camden Wyoming, DE $144,612 Cheswold, DE $144,125

Clayton, DE $143,763 Dagsboro, DE $146,853 Delmar, DE $144,347 Ellendale, DE $145,878 Felton, DE $145,878 Fenwick Island, DE $146,853 Frankford, DE $146,853 Frederica, DE $145,878

Georgetown, DE $145,878 Greenwood, DE $145,878 Harbeson, DE $145,878 Harrington, DE $145,878 Hartly, DE $143,693 Houston, DE $145,878 Kenton, DE $143,763 Laurel, DE $144,347

Yorklyn, DE $142,928

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

Understanding how a Lead Software 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

$130,844

Average $141,271/year

$153,053

$10,904

Average $11,773/month

$12,754

$2,516

Average $2,717/week

$2,943

$63

Average $68/hour

$74

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$153,053	$12,754	$2,943	$74
Average	$141,271	$11,773	$2,717	$68
25th Percentile	$130,844	$10,904	$2,516	$63

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