Junior software engineer salary in United States, 2026

The average salary for a Junior Software Engineer is $88,077 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 772 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on November 6, 2026.

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Junior Software Engineer salaries typically range between a low of $54,644 and a high of $141,967 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Junior Software Engineer include Columbia, MD at $127,247 per year, New York, NY at $110,236 per year, and Fort Meade, MD at $109,509 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Junior Software Engineer include Apple ($165,200 per year) and Markon ($148,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Junior Software Engineer salary compares to related positions:

• Entry Level Software Engineer: Average $81,443 per year
• Junior Software Engineer: Average $88,075 per year
• Principal Software Engineer: Average $184,759 per year
• Senior Software Engineer: Average $160,127 per year
• Software Engineer: Average $136,437 per year
• Software Engineer Intern: Average $35.42 per hour