Associate Project Developer Salary in the United States

How much does an Associate Project Developer make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Project Developer in the United States is $115,992 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $137,783
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $104,971 to $127,398
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $94,937
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Associate Project Developer Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
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Weekly
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75th Percentile $127,398 $10,617 $2,450 $61
Average $115,992 $9,666 $2,231 $56
25th Percentile $104,971 $8,748 $2,019 $50
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Key Factors That Influence Associate Project Developer Salaries

An Associate Project 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 Associate Project Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Associate Project 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): $110,980
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $111,481
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $113,150
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $116,327
  • Expert (over 8 years): $119,347
Levels Salary
Entry Level Associate Project Developer$110,980
Intermediate Level Associate Project Developer$111,481
Senior Level Associate Project Developer$113,150
Specialist Level Associate Project Developer$116,327
Expert Level Associate Project Developer$119,347
$110,980 0 yr
$111,481 < 2 yrs
$113,150 2-4 yrs
$116,327 5-8 yrs
$119,347 > 8 yrs
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How Do Associate Project 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 Associate Project Developers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $128,426.
  • California: $127,939.
  • Massachusetts: $126,234.

Top Paying Cities for Associate Project 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: $146,301
  • San Francisco: $144,862
  • Oakland: $141,649

What Skills Can Increase an Associate Project Developer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 7.22% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • API (Mentioned in 1.9% Job Postings): An application programming interface is a way for two or more computer programs to communicate with each other. It is a type of software interface, offering a service to other pieces of software.
  • Product Marketing (Mentioned in 1.42% Job Postings): Product marketing is a process of promoting and selling a product to a customer. Also product marketing is defined as being the intermediary function between product development and increasing brand awareness. For example, product management deals with the basics of product development within a firm, whereas product marketing deals with marketing the product to prospects, customers, and others. Product marketing, as a job function within a firm, also differs from other marketing jobs such as social media marketing, marketing communications ("marcom"), online marketing, advertising, marketing strategy, and public relations, although product marketers may use channels such as online for outbound marketing for their product. A product market is something that is referred to when pitching a new product to the general public. Product market definition focuses on a narrow statement: the product type, customer needs (functional needs), customer type, and geographic area.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 7.22%
API 1.9%
Product Marketing 1.42%
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 an Associate Project Developer's salary.
  • User Stories: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Product Management: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Computer Science: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
User Stories
$131,071
13%
Product Management
$128,751
11%
Computer Science
$127,591
10%
Scrum
$127,591
10%
Product Strategy
$127,591
10%
Product Marketing
$126,431
9%
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How Education impacts an Associate Project Developer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Associate Project Developers enter the field with a Associate'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 an Associate Project Developer with a Associate's Degree is between $120,801 and $133,121).

Associate Project Developer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Associate Project Developer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.3%
High School 4.6%
Associates 4.9%
Bachelors 44.9%
Masters 40.7%
Doctorate 4.5%
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Associate Project Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Associate Project 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 Associate Project Developer

Salaries for an Associate Project Developer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $94,041 in 2023 to around $93,969 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Associate Project Developer salary trends, .

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