Sofware Developer Salaries
How much does a Sofware Developer make?
Total pay range
$102K - $174K/yr
$132K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$80K - $134K/yrBase pay
$22K - $40K/yrAdditional pay
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Popular companies for Sofware Developers
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Top paying industries
The top paying industry for a Sofware Developer in United States is Information Technology with a median total pay of $153,290.
Recent salaries shared by Sofware Developer
50 salaries
Job Title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Location
Date submitted
Job Title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Sofware Developer
1-3 years
$130K - $150K/yr
Grapevine, TX
submitted on May 20, 2026
$130K - $150K/yr
Sofware Developer
4-6 years
$141K/yr
$141K • $0
New York, NY
submitted on May 9, 2026
$141K/yr
$141K • $0
Sofware Developer
1-3 years
$143K/yr
$137K • $6K
New York, NY
submitted on Apr 20, 2026
$143K/yr
$137K • $6K
Sofware Developer
1-3 years
$87K/yr
$87K • $0
Irving, TX
submitted on Apr 14, 2026
$87K/yr
$87K • $0
Sofware Developer
1-3 years
$59K/yr
$59K • $0
Sauk Centre, MN
submitted on Apr 5, 2026
$59K/yr
$59K • $0
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Sofware Developer
4-6 years
$101K/yr
$101K • $0
Pittsburgh, PA
submitted on Mar 3, 2026
$101K/yr
$101K • $0
Sofware Developer
1-3 years
$130K - $150K/yr
New York, NY
submitted on Feb 17, 2026
$130K - $150K/yr
Sofware Developer
1-3 years
$92K - $107K/yr
Chicago, WI
submitted on Jan 26, 2026
$92K - $107K/yr
Sofware Developer
1-3 years
$124K/yr
$124K • $0
San Francisco, CA
submitted on Jan 26, 2026
$124K/yr
$124K • $0
Sofware Developer
4-6 years
$53K/yr
$53K • $0
Saint Petersburg, FL
submitted on Jan 13, 2026
$53K/yr
$53K • $0
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Frequently asked questions about Sofware Developer salaries
How much does a Sofware Developer in United States make?
The average salary for a Sofware Developer is $132,393 per year or $64 per hour in United States, which is in line with the national average. Top earners have reported making up to $220,513 (90th percentile). However, the typical pay range in United States is between $101,955 (25th percentile) and $173,863 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 300 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Sofware Developer employees in United States as of June 2026.
What is the highest salary for a Sofware Developer in United States?
The highest salary for a Sofware Developer in United States is $173,863 per year, $14,489 per month or $84 per hour.
What is the lowest salary for a Sofware Developer in United States?
The lowest salary for a Sofware Developer in United States is $101,955 per year, $8,496 per month or $49 per hour.