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C++ developer salary in United States (Updated 2026)

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

Average base salary

$142,335
Average $142,335
Low $77,465
High $261,527

The average salary for a c++ developer is $142,335 per year in the United States. 663 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 20, 2026).

C++ Developer job openings in United States

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C++ Application Engineer
TeleSecurity Sciences
Las Vegas, NV
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for C++ Developer in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Talener Group
 
$375,000per year
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Engtal
 
$350,000per year
Robert Half
 
$310,000per year
Selby Jennings
 
$298,438per year
Roblox
 
$276,426per year
Fidelity TalentSource
 
$270,400per year

Highest paying cities for C++ Developers near United States

  1. New York, NY
    $188,338 per year
  2. Jersey City, NJ
    $180,644 per year
  3. Chicago, IL
    $171,760 per year
  4. San Diego, CA
    $144,542 per year
  5. Irving, TX
    $142,946 per year

Where can a C++ Developer earn more?

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