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Client/Server Application Developer I Salary in California

How much does a Client/Server Application Developer I make in California?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Client/Server Application Developer I in California is $80,000 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

However, a Client/Server Application Developer I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $110,949
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,900 to $96,200
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,167
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Client/Server Application Developer I Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Hourly
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75th Percentile $96,200 $8,017 $1,850 $46
Average $80,000 $6,667 $1,538 $38
25th Percentile $75,900 $6,325 $1,460 $36
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Key Factors That Influence Client/Server Application Developer I Salaries

A Client/Server Application Developer I's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Client/Server Application Developer I Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Client/Server Application Developer I's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $79,765
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $80,562
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $84,192
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $84,918
  • Expert (over 8 years): $85,402
Levels Salary
Entry Level Client/Server Application Developer I$79,765
Intermediate Level Client/Server Application Developer I$80,562
Senior Level Client/Server Application Developer I$84,192
Specialist Level Client/Server Application Developer I$84,918
Expert Level Client/Server Application Developer I$85,402
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$80,562 < 2 yrs
$84,192 2-4 yrs
$84,918 5-8 yrs
$85,402 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Client/Server Application Developer Is

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Los Angeles: $80,400
  • West Hollywood: $80,400
  • Dodgertown: $80,400

Client/Server Application Developer I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Client/Server Application Developer I's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$75,900
Average $80,000/year
$96,200
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Average $6,667/month
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Average $1,538/week
$1,850
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Average $38/hour
$46
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $96,200 $8,017 $1,850 $46
Average $80,000 $6,667 $1,538 $38
25th Percentile $75,900 $6,325 $1,460 $36

Client/Server Application Developer I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Client/Server Application Developer I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Client/Server Application Developer II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $94,700 - a projected growth of 18% over your current level.

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