Android Game Developer Salary in the United States

How much does an Android Game Developer make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Android Game Developer in the United States is $66,889 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,136
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $60,232 to $73,299
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $54,171
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Android Game Developer Salaries by Percentile

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Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $73,299 $6,108 $1,410 $35
Average $66,889 $5,574 $1,286 $32
25th Percentile $60,232 $5,019 $1,158 $29
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Key Factors That Influence Android Game Developer Salaries

An Android Game 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 Android Game Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Android Game 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): $65,010
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $65,731
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $67,067
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $67,334
  • Expert (over 8 years): $67,512
Levels Salary
Entry Level Android Game Developer$65,010
Intermediate Level Android Game Developer$65,731
Senior Level Android Game Developer$67,067
Specialist Level Android Game Developer$67,334
Expert Level Android Game Developer$67,512
$65,010 0 yr
$65,731 < 2 yrs
$67,067 2-4 yrs
$67,334 5-8 yrs
$67,512 > 8 yrs
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How Do Android Game 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 Android Game Developers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $74,059.
  • California: $73,778.
  • Massachusetts: $72,795.

Top Paying Cities for Android Game 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: $84,367
  • San Francisco: $83,537
  • Oakland: $81,684

What Skills Can Increase an Android Game Developer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Presentation (Mentioned in 4.25% Job Postings): Presentation conveys information from a speaker to an audience. Presentations are typically demonstrations, introduction, lecture, or speech meant to inform, persuade, inspire, motivate, build goodwill, or present a new idea/product.
  • PowerPoint (Mentioned in 1.95% Job Postings): A computer software created by Microsoft which allows the user to create slides with recordings, narrations, transitions and other features in order to present information.
  • Online Learning (Mentioned in 1.17% Job Postings): An education that takes place over the Internet. It is often referred to as “e- learning” among other terms.
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Presentation 4.25%
PowerPoint 1.95%
Online Learning 1.17%
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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 an Android Game Developer's salary.
  • Blended Learning: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Content Development: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Onboarding: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Blended Learning
$71,571
7%
Content Development
$71,571
7%
Onboarding
$71,571
7%
Needs Assessment
$70,902
6%
Presentation
$70,902
6%
Instructor-Led Training
$70,233
5%
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Android Game Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Android Game 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 Android Game Developer

Salaries for an Android Game Developer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $57,002 in 2023 to around $56,046 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Android Game Developer salary trends, .

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