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

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

How does experience change A Developer's salary?

A Developer's salary grows with experience: a Photographer I (0-2 years)earns $66,708, a Developer (2-4 years)earns $79,942, a Photographer III (4-7 years)earns $98,342, a Photography Studio Manager (7+ years)earns $121,865,

What are the highest paying states for a Developer?

Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Developer roles are District of Columbia $86,065, California $85,739, Massachusetts $84,596. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Developer roles make?

Salaries for Developer level roles vary by specialization: C++ Developer Senior Developer: $152,145; Java Developer, Sr.: $128,234; Property Developer: $114,127; Java Developer: $105,988; Recipe Developer: $92,010.

Developer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Developer make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Developer in District of Columbia is $86,065 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $112,318
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,713 to $99,807
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,288

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Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,807	$8,317	$1,919	$48
Average	$86,065	$7,172	$1,655	$41
25th Percentile	$75,713	$6,309	$1,456	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Developer Salaries

A 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 Do 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 Developers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $86,065.
California: $85,739.
Massachusetts: $84,596.

District of Columbia $86,065 California $85,739 Massachusetts $84,596 Washington $84,285 New Jersey $84,254 Alaska $84,145 Connecticut $83,072 New York $82,637

Hawaii $81,246 Rhode Island $80,593 Maryland $80,150 Minnesota $79,543 Colorado $79,310 Illinois $79,232 Oregon $78,937 Delaware $78,719

New Hampshire $78,582 Virginia $78,276 Pennsylvania $77,382 Nevada $76,931 North Dakota $76,784 Michigan $76,551 Wisconsin $76,465 Vermont $76,294

Texas $75,820 Maine $75,789 Arizona $75,742 Ohio $75,688 Georgia $74,973 Indiana $74,615 Wyoming $74,545 Utah $74,436

Iowa $74,390 Kansas $74,017 Louisiana $73,908 North Carolina $73,869 Missouri $73,853 Florida $73,550 Montana $73,387 Nebraska $73,231

Kentucky $73,146 South Carolina $72,835 Tennessee $72,641 Idaho $72,563 New Mexico $71,995 Oklahoma $71,871 Alabama $71,412 South Dakota $70,643

Arkansas $70,223 West Virginia $69,998 Mississippi $69,321

Top Paying Cities for 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: $86,065
Washington: $86,065
Naval Anacost Annex: $86,065

Parcel Return Service, DC $86,065 Washington, DC $86,065 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $86,065 Washington Navy Yard, DC $86,065

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

Understanding how a 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 April 01, 2026

$75,713

Average $86,065/year

$99,807

$6,309

Average $7,172/month

$8,317

$1,456

Average $1,655/week

$1,919

$36

Average $41/hour

$48

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,807	$8,317	$1,919	$48
Average	$86,065	$7,172	$1,655	$41
25th Percentile	$75,713	$6,309	$1,456	$36

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