Java developer salary in United States

The average salary for a Java Developer is $117,142 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 4k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 6, 2026.

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Java Developer salaries typically range between a low of $63,077 and a high of $126,977 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Java Developer include Annapolis Junction, MD at $194,167 per year, New York, NY at $132,033 per year, and Jersey City, NJ at $104,230 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Java Developer include Connect Search LLC ($325,000 per year) and Technology Navigators ($291,200 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Java Developer salary compares to related positions:

• Entry Level Java Developer: Average $73,846 per year
• Senior Java Developer: Average $114,582 per year
• Junior Java Developer: Average $73,979 per year
• Lead Java Software Engineer: Average $136,434 per year