Junior software engineer salary in United States

The average salary for a Junior Software Engineer is $86,459 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 699 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 30, 2026.

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Junior Software Engineer salaries typically range between a low of $53,238 and a high of $140,408 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Junior Software Engineer include Columbia, MD at $118,119 per year, New York, NY at $112,536 per year, and Annapolis Junction, MD at $100,706 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Junior Software Engineer include Apple ($165,200 per year) and Vetegrity ($146,667 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Junior Software Engineer salary compares to related positions:

• Entry Level Software Engineer: Average $79,901 per year
• Junior Software Engineer: Average $86,093 per year
• Principal Software Engineer: Average $178,754 per year
• Senior Software Engineer: Average $158,736 per year
• Software Engineer: Average $135,850 per year
• Software Engineer Intern: Average $35.33 per hour