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

A Linux Developer's salary grows with experience: starting around $93,591 for beginners, reaching about $95,485 at mid-level, and approach $101,037 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Linux Developer?

Linux Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Linux Developer roles are District of Columbia $103,722, California $103,328, Massachusetts $101,951. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Linux Developer roles make?

Salaries for Linux Developer level roles vary by specialization: Linux Developer Experience Lead: $158,434; Linux Engineer: $137,061; Linux Architect: $109,243; Linux Admin: $108,519; Embedded Linux Developer: $94,664.

Linux Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Linux Developer make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Linux Developer in Delaware is $95,085 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,411
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $87,206 to $100,490
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $80,034

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Linux Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$100,490	$8,374	$1,932	$48
Average	$95,085	$7,924	$1,829	$46
25th Percentile	$87,206	$7,267	$1,677	$42

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Key Factors That Influence Linux Developer Salaries

A Linux 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 Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Linux 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): $93,591
Early Career (1-2 years): $93,844
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $95,485
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $99,703
Expert (over 8 years): $101,037

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Linux Developer	$93,591
Intermediate Level Linux Developer	$93,844
Senior Level Linux Developer	$95,485
Specialist Level Linux Developer	$99,703
Expert Level Linux Developer	$101,037

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

District of Columbia: $103,722.
California: $103,328.
Massachusetts: $101,951.

District of Columbia $103,722 California $103,328 Massachusetts $101,951 Washington $101,577 New Jersey $101,539 Alaska $101,408 Connecticut $100,115 New York $99,591

Hawaii $97,914 Rhode Island $97,127 Maryland $96,593 Minnesota $95,862 Colorado $95,581 Illinois $95,487 Oregon $95,131 Delaware $94,869

New Hampshire $94,704 Virginia $94,335 Pennsylvania $93,258 Nevada $92,715 North Dakota $92,537 Michigan $92,255 Wisconsin $92,152 Vermont $91,946

Texas $91,375 Maine $91,337 Arizona $91,281 Ohio $91,216 Georgia $90,354 Indiana $89,923 Wyoming $89,839 Utah $89,707

Iowa $89,651 Kansas $89,202 Louisiana $89,070 North Carolina $89,024 Missouri $89,005 Florida $88,639 Montana $88,443 Nebraska $88,255

Kentucky $88,152 South Carolina $87,778 Tennessee $87,543 Idaho $87,450 New Mexico $86,766 Oklahoma $86,616 Alabama $86,063 South Dakota $85,136

Arkansas $84,630 West Virginia $84,358 Mississippi $83,543

Top Paying Cities for Linux 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: $98,185
Little Creek: $97,277
Magnolia: $97,680

Lincoln, DE $98,185 Little Creek, DE $97,277 Magnolia, DE $97,680 Milford, DE $98,185 Marydel, DE $96,911 Millsboro, DE $98,185 Millville, DE $98,841 Milton, DE $98,185

Nassau, DE $98,185 Ocean View, DE $98,841 Rehoboth Beach, DE $98,841 Seaford, DE $97,155 Selbyville, DE $98,841 Smyrna, DE $96,799 Viola, DE $97,680 Woodside, DE $97,398

Bear, DE $96,087 Newark, DE $96,124 Claymont, DE $96,199 Delaware City, DE $96,124 Hockessin, DE $96,199 Kirkwood, DE $96,124 Middletown, DE $96,602 Montchanin, DE $96,199

New Castle, DE $96,199 Odessa, DE $96,733 Port Penn, DE $95,862 Rockland, DE $96,199 Saint Georges, DE $96,124 Townsend, DE $96,593 Winterthur, DE $96,199 Lewes, DE $98,185

Wilmington, DE $96,199 Dover, DE $97,230 Dover Afb, DE $97,455 Bethany Beach, DE $98,841 Bethel, DE $97,155 Bridgeville, DE $98,185 Camden Wyoming, DE $97,333 Cheswold, DE $97,005

Clayton, DE $96,761 Dagsboro, DE $98,841 Delmar, DE $97,155 Ellendale, DE $98,185 Felton, DE $98,185 Fenwick Island, DE $98,841 Frankford, DE $98,841 Frederica, DE $98,185

Georgetown, DE $98,185 Greenwood, DE $98,185 Harbeson, DE $98,185 Harrington, DE $98,185 Hartly, DE $96,715 Houston, DE $98,185 Kenton, DE $96,761 Laurel, DE $97,155

Yorklyn, DE $96,199

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

Understanding how a Linux 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

$87,206

Average $95,085/year

$100,490

$7,267

Average $7,924/month

$8,374

$1,677

Average $1,829/week

$1,932

$42

Average $46/hour

$48

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$100,490	$8,374	$1,932	$48
Average	$95,085	$7,924	$1,829	$46
25th Percentile	$87,206	$7,267	$1,677	$42

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