Software engineer: Average Salary in United States of America, 2026

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How much does a Software engineer make in United States of America?

$130,175/ Annual
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The average Software engineer in United States of America is $130,175 per year or $65.88 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $101,875 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $171,020 per year.

Median$130,175

Low$101,875

High$171,020

Software engineer: Average Salary in United States of America

California$142,130

Maryland$136,677

Virginia$134,492

Washington$134,199

New Mexico$126,303

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