Junior Salesforce Developer Salary in the United States

How much does a Junior Salesforce Developer make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Junior Salesforce Developer in the United States is $79,698 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,245
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,155 to $85,742
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,198
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Junior Salesforce Developer Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $85,742 $7,145 $1,649 $41
Average $79,698 $6,642 $1,533 $38
25th Percentile $73,155 $6,096 $1,407 $35
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Key Factors That Influence Junior Salesforce Developer Salaries

A Junior Salesforce 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Junior Salesforce Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Junior Salesforce 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): $78,754
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $79,432
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $80,765
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $81,032
  • Expert (over 8 years): $81,209
Levels Salary
Entry Level Junior Salesforce Developer$78,754
Intermediate Level Junior Salesforce Developer$79,432
Senior Level Junior Salesforce Developer$80,765
Specialist Level Junior Salesforce Developer$81,032
Expert Level Junior Salesforce Developer$81,209
$78,754 0 yr
$79,432 < 2 yrs
$80,765 2-4 yrs
$81,032 5-8 yrs
$81,209 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Junior Salesforce 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:

  • San Jose: $100,523
  • San Francisco: $99,535
  • Oakland: $97,328

What Skills Can Increase a Junior Salesforce Developer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 2.82% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Python (Mentioned in 4.66% Job Postings): Applying the concepts and algorithms of Python to design, develop and maintain software applications to comply with business requirements.
  • Linux (Mentioned in 2.71% Job Postings): Managing a system's hardware and resources using a Unix-like open-source operating system.
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Analysis 2.82%
Python 4.66%
Linux 2.71%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Junior Salesforce Developer's salary.
  • Coaching: Can increase your salary by up to 21%.
  • Code Review: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Kubernetes: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Coaching
$96,435
21%
Code Review
$88,465
11%
Kubernetes
$88,465
11%
Project Management
$88,465
11%
API
$88,465
11%
AWS
$88,465
11%
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How Education impacts a Junior Salesforce Developer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Junior Salesforce Developers enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Junior Salesforce Developer with a Bachelor's Degree is between $78,103 and $82,080).

Junior Salesforce Developer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Junior Salesforce Developer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.3%
High School 1.8%
Associates 2.5%
Bachelors 58.4%
Masters 34.0%
Doctorate 3.0%
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Junior Salesforce Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Junior Salesforce 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

Salary Trends for Junior Salesforce Developer

Salaries for a Junior Salesforce Developer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $82,284 in 2023 to around $81,715 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Junior Salesforce Developer salary trends, .

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