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 $67,138, an Computer Developer (0-0 years)earns $91,864, an Assoc. Professor - Computer Science (0-0 years)earns $110,963, a Professor - Computer Science (0-0 years)earns $133,610,

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 Rhode Island

How much does a Computer Developer make in Rhode Island?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Computer Developer in Rhode Island is $93,961 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $119,459
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,503 to $107,308
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,161

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Computer Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$107,308	$8,942	$2,064	$52
Average	$93,961	$7,830	$1,807	$45
25th Percentile	$81,503	$6,792	$1,567	$39

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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:

Adamsville: $94,843
Albion: $93,268
Ashaway: $95,203

Adamsville, RI $94,843 Albion, RI $93,268 Ashaway, RI $95,203 Barrington, RI $93,268 Block Island, RI $94,708 Bradford, RI $95,140 Bristol, RI $93,178 Carolina, RI $94,366

Charlestown, RI $94,465 Chepachet, RI $93,088 Clayville, RI $93,178 Coventry, RI $93,088 West Greenwich, RI $93,025 East Greenwich, RI $93,151 Exeter, RI $95,140 Fiskeville, RI $93,268

Forestdale, RI $93,178 Foster, RI $93,025 Glendale, RI $93,025 Greene, RI $94,069 Greenville, RI $93,268 Harmony, RI $93,241 Harrisville, RI $93,088 Hope, RI $93,268

Hope Valley, RI $95,203 Hopkinton, RI $95,230 Jamestown, RI $94,276 Kenyon, RI $95,113 Little Compton, RI $94,807 Manville, RI $93,268 Mapleville, RI $93,025 Newport, RI $94,294

Middletown, RI $94,690 North Kingstown, RI $92,998 North Scituate, RI $93,241 Oakland, RI $93,115 Pascoag, RI $93,061 Pawtucket, RI $93,268 Central Falls, RI $93,268 Cumberland, RI $93,268

Lincoln, RI $93,268 Portsmouth, RI $93,916 Prudence Island, RI $93,088 Rockville, RI $95,230 Saunderstown, RI $94,330 Shannock, RI $95,086 Slatersville, RI $93,178 Slocum, RI $94,330

Tiverton, RI $94,870 Wakefield, RI $94,231 Kingston, RI $94,249 Narragansett, RI $94,267 Peace Dale, RI $94,231 Warren, RI $93,241 Warwick, RI $93,268 Westerly, RI $95,257

West Kingston, RI $94,303 West Warwick, RI $93,268 Wood River Junction, RI $95,140 Woonsocket, RI $93,178 North Smithfield, RI $93,241 Wyoming, RI $95,113 Providence, RI $93,268 Cranston, RI $93,268

North Providence, RI $93,268 East Providence, RI $93,268 Riverside, RI $93,268 Rumford, RI $93,268 Smithfield, RI $93,268 Johnston, RI $93,268

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

$81,503

Average $93,961/year

$107,308

$6,792

Average $7,830/month

$8,942

$1,567

Average $1,807/week

$2,064

$39

Average $45/hour

$52

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$107,308	$8,942	$2,064	$52
Average	$93,961	$7,830	$1,807	$45
25th Percentile	$81,503	$6,792	$1,567	$39

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