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Junior software engineer salary in United States, 2026
How much does a Junior Software Engineer make in the United States?
Average base salary
$85,555
- Hour
- Month
- Year
Average $85,555
Low $52,610
High $139,130
The average salary for a junior software engineer is $85,555 per year in the United States. 675 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 6, 2026).
Highest paying companies for Junior Software Engineer in United States
Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.Ulta
$221,782per year
Apple
$165,200per year
The Trade Desk
$143,700per year
Altamira Technologies Corp.
$137,500per year
Praxis Engineering
$134,481per year
Urban League
$133,125per year
