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Back end developer salary in United States, 2026

How much does a Back End Developer make in the United States?

Average base salary

$160,784
Average $160,784
Low $98,684
High $261,961

The average salary for a back end developer is $160,784 per year in the United States. 3.5k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 29, 2026).

Back End Developer job openings in United States

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Kong / API Gateway Surge Engin...
Acuity Inc.3.4out of 5 stars.
Reston, VA
Full-time
21 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Back End Developer in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Roblox
 
$321,351per year
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Vorto
 
$310,000per year
HARVEY
 
$305,000per year
Nectar
 
$280,000per year
Mochi Health
 
$272,188per year
HELM
 
$270,400per year

Highest paying cities for Back End Developers near United States

  1. San Francisco, CA
    $197,777 per year
  2. San Jose, CA
    $195,562 per year
  3. Seattle, WA
    $193,024 per year
  4. New York, NY
    $176,291 per year
  5. Los Angeles, CA
    $170,994 per year

Where can a Back End Developer earn more?

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