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Senior java developer salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does a Senior Java Developer make in the United States?

Average base salary

$132,697
Average $132,697
Low $88,196
High $199,652

The average salary for a senior java developer is $132,697 per year in the United States. 1.7k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 12, 2026).

Senior Java Developer job openings in United States

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Java Team Lead
Isys Technologies3.7out of 5 stars.
Omaha, NE
$120,000 - $145,000 a year
Full-time
2 days ago

Highest paying companies for Senior Java Developer in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Pinnacle Group
 
$312,000per year
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Intraedge
 
$270,000per year
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Nigel Frank International
 
$255,000per year
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Better Together Group
 
$250,000per year
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Apple
 
$243,325per year
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Engtal
 
$241,667per year
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Highest paying cities for Senior Java Developers near United States

  1. McLean, VA
    $167,149 per year
  2. New York, NY
    $151,491 per year
  3. Chicago, IL
    $150,172 per year
  4. Irving, TX
    $137,082 per year
  5. Austin, TX
    $121,017 per year

Where can a Senior Java Developer earn more?

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