Content has loaded

Java developer salary in Detroit, MI (Updated 2026)

How much does a Java Developer make in Detroit, MI?

Average base salary

$78,226
13%
below national average
Average $78,226
Low $56,990
High $107,377

The average salary for a java developer is $78,226 per year in Detroit, MI. 3 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated February 4, 2026).

Highest paying companies for Java Developer in Detroit, MI

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Kraken
 
$250,000per year
View company
UHY LLP
 
$140,400per year
View company
Epitec
 
$124,020per year
View company
Aquent
 
$123,105per year
View company
CAREER STAFFING
 
$119,594per year
View company
Accrue Partners
 
$117,458per year
View company

Highest paying cities for Java Developers near Detroit, MI

  1. East Lansing, MI
    $111,544 per year
  2. Lansing, MI
    $111,090 per year
  3. Ann Arbor, MI
    $92,180 per year
  4. Dearborn, MI
    $86,312 per year
  5. Detroit, MI
    $82,077 per year

Where can a Java Developer earn more?

Compare salaries for Java Developers in different locations
vs

How much do similar professions as Java Developer get paid in Detroit, MI?

Entry Level Java Developer

Job openings
Average $56,429 per year

Senior Java Developer

Job openings
Average $98,022 per year

Junior Java Developer

Job openings
Average $66,821 per year

Lead Java Software Engineer

Job openings
Average $142,098 per year