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Junior software engineer salary in United States, 2026
How much does a Junior Software Engineer make in the United States?
Average base salary
$85,345
- Hour
- Month
- Year
Average $85,345
Low $52,541
High $138,631
The average salary for a junior software engineer is $85,345 per year in the United States. 677 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 20, 2026).
Highest paying companies for Junior Software Engineer in United States
Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.Ulta
$221,782per year
Apple
$165,200per year
The Trade Desk
$143,700per year
Altamira Technologies Corp.
$137,500per year
Praxis Engineering
$134,481per year
Urban League
$133,125per year
