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Back end developer salary in United States (Updated 2026)

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

Average base salary

$160,142
Average $160,142
Low $98,079
High $261,477

The average salary for a back end developer is $160,142 per year in the United States. 3.5k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 28, 2026).

Back End Developer job openings in United States

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Lead Software Engineer / Back-...
STR3.7out of 5 stars.
Boston, MA
$180,000 - $220,000 a year
Full-time
12 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
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HARVEY
 
$305,000per year
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Nectar
 
$280,000per year
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Mochi Health
 
$272,188per year
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HELM
 
$270,400per year
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Highest paying cities for Back End Developers near United States

  1. San Francisco, CA
    $197,790 per year
  2. San Jose, CA
    $195,562 per year
  3. Seattle, WA
    $193,024 per year
  4. New York, NY
    $175,827 per year
  5. Los Angeles, CA
    $169,481 per year

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