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Entry level java developer salary in United States, 2026

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

Average base salary

$71,816
Average $71,816
Low $47,171
High $109,337

The average salary for a entry level java developer is $71,816 per year in the United States. 71 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 23, 2026).

Entry Level Java Developer job openings in United States

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Entry Level Java Developer
Antra, Inc4.3out of 5 stars.
Sterling, VA
$63,000 - $70,000 a year
Full-time
3 weeks ago

Highest paying companies for Entry Level Java Developer in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Praxis Engineering
 
$160,552per year
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Aquent
 
$151,840per year
Omitron Inc
 
$137,500per year
Calance
 
$136,587per year
Randstad
 
$130,000per year
System One
 
$130,000per year

Highest paying cities for Entry Level Java Developers near United States

  1. New York, NY
    $90,507 per year
  2. Atlanta, GA
    $88,374 per year
  3. Boston, MA
    $83,753 per year
  4. Dallas, TX
    $74,074 per year
  5. Washington, DC
    $69,734 per year

Where can an Entry Level Java Developer earn more?

Compare salaries for Entry Level Java Developers in different locations
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