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C++ developer salary in United States

How much does a C++ Developer make in the United States?

Average base salary

$118,159
Average $118,159
Low $60,209
High $231,884
Non-cash benefit
401(k)
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The average salary for a c++ developer is $118,159 per year in the United States. 917 salaries reported, updated at September 27, 2023

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Top companies for C++ Developers in United States

  1. Selby Jennings
    3.6
    8 reviews21 salaries reported
    $202,355per year
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Highest paying cities for C++ Developers near United States

  1. San Francisco, CA
    $189,469 per year
    9 salaries reported
  2. Chicago, IL
    $167,429 per year
    70 salaries reported
  3. New York, NY
    $165,455 per year
    139 salaries reported
  1. Austin, TX
    $138,751 per year
    24 salaries reported
  2. Boston, MA
    $132,867 per year
    18 salaries reported
  3. Dallas, TX
    $130,486 per year
    16 salaries reported
  1. Orlando, FL
    $113,171 per year
    6 salaries reported
  2. Wauwatosa, WI
    $110,562 per year
    17 salaries reported
  3. Atlanta, GA
    $106,918 per year
    13 salaries reported
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Best-paid skills and qualifications for C++ Developers

Most recommended skill

Agile(earn +20.19% more)

The jobs requiring this skill have increase by 1.25% since 2018. C++ Developers with this skill earn +20.19% more than the average base salary, which is $118,159 per year.

Job Trend
YearNumber of job openings on Indeed requiring this skillChange from previous year
20121338increase by 1338
20132462increase by 84.01%
20141657decrease by 32.70%
20151615decrease by 2.53%
20161748increase by 8.24%
20171134decrease by 35.13%
20181118decrease by 1.41%
20191132increase by 1.25%

Top companies hiring C++ Developers with the recommended skill

TeknoSpar
CACI International
Intone Networks
Rinf
Dimo
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Top fields of study
Computer Science Degree
+13.01%salary

More critical skills and qualifications that pay well

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Most common benefits for C++ Developers

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
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Salary satisfaction

Based on 8 ratings

75% of C++ Developers in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.

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How much do similar professions get paid in United States?

Software Engineer

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