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

A Computer Developer's salary grows with experience: an Instructor - Computer Science (0-0 years)earns $65,273, an Computer Developer (0-0 years)earns $89,312, an Assoc. Professor - Computer Science (0-0 years)earns $107,881, a Professor - Computer Science (0-0 years)earns $129,899,

What are the highest paying states for a Computer Developer?

Computer Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Computer Developer roles are District of Columbia $99,649, California $99,271, Massachusetts $97,948. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Computer Developer roles make?

Salaries for Computer Developer level roles vary by specialization: Operating Systems Developer V: $159,400; Operating Systems Developer IV: $138,500; Operating Systems Developer III: $118,500; Computer Programmer Java Developer: $107,277; Mainframe Developer III: $103,180.

Computer Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Computer Developer make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Computer Developer in Delaware is $91,351 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $116,140
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $79,239 to $104,327
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,212

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Computer Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,327	$8,694	$2,006	$50
Average	$91,351	$7,613	$1,757	$44
25th Percentile	$79,239	$6,603	$1,524	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Computer Developer Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $99,649.
California: $99,271.
Massachusetts: $97,948.

District of Columbia $99,649 California $99,271 Massachusetts $97,948 Washington $97,588 New Jersey $97,552 Alaska $97,426 Connecticut $96,184 New York $95,680

Hawaii $94,069 Rhode Island $93,313 Maryland $92,800 Minnesota $92,098 Colorado $91,828 Illinois $91,738 Oregon $91,396 Delaware $91,144

New Hampshire $90,986 Virginia $90,631 Pennsylvania $89,596 Nevada $89,074 North Dakota $88,903 Michigan $88,633 Wisconsin $88,534 Vermont $88,336

Texas $87,787 Maine $87,751 Arizona $87,697 Ohio $87,634 Georgia $86,806 Indiana $86,392 Wyoming $86,311 Utah $86,185

Iowa $86,131 Kansas $85,699 Louisiana $85,573 North Carolina $85,528 Missouri $85,510 Florida $85,159 Montana $84,970 Nebraska $84,790

Kentucky $84,691 South Carolina $84,331 Tennessee $84,106 Idaho $84,016 New Mexico $83,359 Oklahoma $83,215 Alabama $82,684 South Dakota $81,793

Arkansas $81,307 West Virginia $81,046 Mississippi $80,263

Top Paying Cities for Computer 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: $94,330
Little Creek: $93,457
Magnolia: $93,844

Lincoln, DE $94,330 Little Creek, DE $93,457 Magnolia, DE $93,844 Milford, DE $94,330 Marydel, DE $93,106 Millsboro, DE $94,330 Millville, DE $94,960 Milton, DE $94,330

Nassau, DE $94,330 Ocean View, DE $94,960 Rehoboth Beach, DE $94,960 Seaford, DE $93,340 Selbyville, DE $94,960 Smyrna, DE $92,998 Viola, DE $93,844 Woodside, DE $93,574

Bear, DE $92,314 Newark, DE $92,350 Claymont, DE $92,422 Delaware City, DE $92,350 Hockessin, DE $92,422 Kirkwood, DE $92,350 Middletown, DE $92,809 Montchanin, DE $92,422

New Castle, DE $92,422 Odessa, DE $92,935 Port Penn, DE $92,098 Rockland, DE $92,422 Saint Georges, DE $92,350 Townsend, DE $92,800 Winterthur, DE $92,422 Lewes, DE $94,330

Wilmington, DE $92,422 Dover, DE $93,412 Dover Afb, DE $93,628 Bethany Beach, DE $94,960 Bethel, DE $93,340 Bridgeville, DE $94,330 Camden Wyoming, DE $93,511 Cheswold, DE $93,196

Clayton, DE $92,962 Dagsboro, DE $94,960 Delmar, DE $93,340 Ellendale, DE $94,330 Felton, DE $94,330 Fenwick Island, DE $94,960 Frankford, DE $94,960 Frederica, DE $94,330

Georgetown, DE $94,330 Greenwood, DE $94,330 Harbeson, DE $94,330 Harrington, DE $94,330 Hartly, DE $92,917 Houston, DE $94,330 Kenton, DE $92,962 Laurel, DE $93,340

Yorklyn, DE $92,422

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

Understanding how a Computer 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

$79,239

Average $91,351/year

$104,327

$6,603

Average $7,613/month

$8,694

$1,524

Average $1,757/week

$2,006

$38

Average $44/hour

$50

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,327	$8,694	$2,006	$50
Average	$91,351	$7,613	$1,757	$44
25th Percentile	$79,239	$6,603	$1,524	$38

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