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Hourly Wage for Full Stack Software Engineer I Salary in the United States

What is the hourly salary range of Full Stack Software Engineer I?

As of May 01, 2026, the average hourly rate for a Full Stack Software Engineer I in the United States is $36, which translates to an annual salary of about $74,060.

However, the hourly wage can vary significantly based on several factors. Here’s a detailed look at the typical pay range per hour:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $41 per hour
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $34 to $38 per hour
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32 per hour
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Full Stack Software Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $79,890 $6,658 $1,536 $38
Average $74,060 $6,172 $1,424 $36
25th Percentile $70,010 $5,834 $1,346 $34
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Key Factors That Influence Full Stack Software Engineer I Salaries

A Full Stack Software Engineer 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 Full Stack Software Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Full Stack Software Engineer 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:

  • Full Stack Software Engineer I (0-2 years): $74,052
  • Full Stack Engineer Intermediate (2-4 years): $105,750
  • Full Stack Engineer Senior (4-7 years): $128,397
  • Full Stack Engineer Specialist (7+ years): $145,396
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Full Stack Software Engineer I0-2 years$74,052
Full Stack Engineer Intermediate2-4 years$105,750
Full Stack Engineer Senior4-7 years$128,397
Full Stack Engineer Specialist7+ years$145,396
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Top Paying Cities for Full Stack Software Engineer 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:

  • San Jose: $93,410
  • San Francisco: $92,380
  • Oakland: $90,440

Full Stack Software Engineer I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Full Stack Software Engineer 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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$70,010
Average $74,060/year
$79,890
$5,834
Average $6,172/month
$6,658
$1,346
Average $1,424/week
$1,536
$34
Average $36/hour
$38
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $79,890 $6,658 $1,536 $38
Average $74,060 $6,172 $1,424 $36
25th Percentile $70,010 $5,834 $1,346 $34

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