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Entry level developer salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does an Entry Level Developer make in the United States?

Average base salary

$72,342
Average $72,342
Low $39,589
High $132,190

The average salary for a entry level developer is $72,342 per year in the United States. 172 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated May 7, 2026).

Entry Level Developer job openings in United States

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Mid-Level SaaS Platform Develo...
RAND Consulting Group
Lorton, VA
From $115 a year
Full-time
4 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Entry Level Developer in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Sharp Solutions
 
$260,000per year
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Pop-Up Talent
 
$176,800per year
Front Line Consulting
 
$170,000per year
Sharp Solutions Inc
 
$147,680per year
Omitron Inc
 
$145,000per year
Stefanini IT Solution
 
$140,000per year

Highest paying cities for Entry Level Developers near United States

  1. Atlanta, GA
    $83,243 per year
  2. Dallas, TX
    $80,902 per year
  3. Houston, TX
    $67,976 per year
  4. Chicago, IL
    $59,749 per year
  5. New York, NY
    $57,142 per year

Where can an Entry Level Developer earn more?

Compare salaries for Entry Level Developers in different locations
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