Entry level java developer salary in United States

The average salary for an Entry Level Java Developer is $74,270 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 52 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on July 27, 2026.

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Entry Level Java Developer salaries typically range between a low of $49,303 and a high of $111,882 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Entry Level Java Developer include New York, NY at $98,416 per year, Boston, MA at $94,869 per year, and Dallas, TX at $88,071 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Entry Level Java Developer include Praxis Engineering ($160,552 per year) and Aquent ($151,840 per year).

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

• Java Developer: Average $89,377 per year
• Senior Java Developer: Average $114,368 per year
• Junior Java Developer: Average $74,669 per year
• Lead Java Software Engineer: Average $139,940 per year