Entry level software engineer: Average Salary in United States of America, 2026

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How much does a Entry level software engineer make in United States of America?

$119,313/ Annual
Based on 10000 salaries

The average Entry level software engineer in United States of America is $119,313 per year or $60.38 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $90,766 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $171,020 per year.

Median$119,313

Low$90,766

High$171,020

Entry level software engineer: Average Salary in United States of America

California$134,513

Maryland$131,290

Virginia$127,966

Washington$121,851

Massachusetts$116,228

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