What are the main factors that influence an Exploit Developer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change an Exploit Developer's salary?

An Exploit Developer's salary grows with experience: starting around $91,344 for beginners, reaching about $92,152 at mid-level, and approach $94,712 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Exploit Developer?

Exploit Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Exploit Developer roles are District of Columbia $92,152, California $91,803, Massachusetts $90,579. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Exploit Developer roles make?

Salaries for Exploit Developer level roles vary by specialization: C++ Developer Senior Developer: $152,165; Java Developer, Sr.: $128,225; Property Developer: $114,101; Java Developer: $105,985; Cobol Developer: $90,849.

Exploit Developer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Exploit Developer make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Exploit Developer in District of Columbia is $92,152 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

However, an Exploit Developer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $100,257
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $88,274 to $96,394
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $84,743

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Exploit Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,394	$8,033	$1,854	$46
Average	$92,152	$7,679	$1,772	$44
25th Percentile	$88,274	$7,356	$1,698	$42

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Key Factors That Influence Exploit Developer Salaries

An Exploit Developer'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 Exploit Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Exploit Developer'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): $91,344
Early Career (1-2 years): $91,614
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $92,152
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $92,960
Expert (over 8 years): $94,712

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Exploit Developer	$91,344
Intermediate Level Exploit Developer	$91,614
Senior Level Exploit Developer	$92,152
Specialist Level Exploit Developer	$92,960
Expert Level Exploit Developer	$94,712

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How Do Exploit Developer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Exploit Developers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $92,152.
California: $91,803.
Massachusetts: $90,579.

District of Columbia $92,152 California $91,803 Massachusetts $90,579 Washington $90,246 New Jersey $90,213 Alaska $90,097 Connecticut $88,948 New York $88,482

Hawaii $86,992 Rhode Island $86,293 Maryland $85,819 Minnesota $85,169 Colorado $84,920 Illinois $84,836 Oregon $84,520 Delaware $84,287

New Hampshire $84,141 Virginia $83,813 Pennsylvania $82,856 Nevada $82,373 North Dakota $82,215 Michigan $81,965 Wisconsin $81,873 Vermont $81,690

Texas $81,183 Maine $81,149 Arizona $81,099 Ohio $81,041 Georgia $80,275 Indiana $79,893 Wyoming $79,818 Utah $79,701

Iowa $79,651 Kansas $79,252 Louisiana $79,135 North Carolina $79,094 Missouri $79,077 Florida $78,752 Montana $78,578 Nebraska $78,411

Kentucky $78,320 South Carolina $77,987 Tennessee $77,779 Idaho $77,695 New Mexico $77,088 Oklahoma $76,955 Alabama $76,463 South Dakota $75,640

Arkansas $75,190 West Virginia $74,949 Mississippi $74,225

Top Paying Cities for Exploit Developers

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:

Parcel Return Service: $92,152
Washington: $92,152
Naval Anacost Annex: $92,152

Parcel Return Service, DC $92,152 Washington, DC $92,152 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $92,152 Washington Navy Yard, DC $92,152

Exploit Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Exploit Developer'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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$88,274

Average $92,152/year

$96,394

$7,356

Average $7,679/month

$8,033

$1,698

Average $1,772/week

$1,854

$42

Average $44/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,394	$8,033	$1,854	$46
Average	$92,152	$7,679	$1,772	$44
25th Percentile	$88,274	$7,356	$1,698	$42

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