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Java developer salary in Washington, DC (Updated 2026)

How much does a Java Developer make in Washington, DC?

Average base salary

$122,139
35%
above national average
Average $122,139
Low $87,744
High $170,016

The average salary for a java developer is $122,139 per year in Washington, DC. 48 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated May 11, 2026).

Java Developer job openings in Washington, DC

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Senior Java/J2EE Developer
International Logic Systems, Inc.
Washington, DC
$137,648 a year
Full-time
1 week ago

Highest paying companies for Java Developer in Washington, DC

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Gridiron IT
 
$187,200per year
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Randstad
 
$185,203per year
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The Amatriot Group
 
$181,000per year
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The Judge Group
 
$176,800per year
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Viva Usa
 
$175,760per year
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Jobot
 
$170,000per year
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Highest paying cities for Java Developers near Washington, DC

  1. New York, NY
    $133,333 per year
  2. Washington, DC
    $122,139 per year
  3. Washington City, DC
    $121,667 per year
  4. Jersey City, NJ
    $101,424 per year
  5. Dallas, TX
    $96,984 per year

Where can a Java Developer earn more?

Compare salaries for Java Developers in different locations
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How much do similar professions as Java Developer get paid in Washington, DC?

Entry Level Java Developer

Job openings
Average $69,734 per year

Senior Java Developer

Job openings
Average $124,440 per year

Junior Java Developer

Job openings
Average $76,723 per year

Lead Java Software Engineer

Job openings
Average $160,750 per year