Technology Middletown, DE Pop. 22,350

Game Developer Salary in Middletown, Delaware

The median game developer salary in Middletown, DE is $83,300 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 3% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$83,300
vs State Avg
$-2,550
vs National
$-1,700
Cost of Living
98%

Game Developer Salary in Middletown by Experience

In Middletown, an entry-level game developer earns around $49,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $145,040 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$49,000
$-1,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$85,260
$-1,740 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$145,040
$-2,960 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Middletown, DE

Percentile Middletown
10th Percentile $47,040
25th Percentile $63,700
Median (50th) $83,300
75th Percentile $117,600
90th Percentile $151,900

Game Developer Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$89,250
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$86,700
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$84,150
Pop. 21,000
Dover, DE
$81,600
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Game Developer in Middletown

Education

Most game developer positions require a bachelor's degree. Middletown and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

C++Unity/Unreal3D MathGame PhysicsGPU ProgrammingVersion Control

Job Outlook

Nationally, game developer employment is projected to grow 10% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Middletown may vary based on local industry and population growth.