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 $66,715, a Developer (2-4 years)earns $79,949, a Photographer III (4-7 years)earns $98,340, a Photography Studio Manager (7+ years)earns $121,874,

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 $86,214, California $85,887, Massachusetts $84,743. 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: $152,121; Java Developer, Sr.: $128,237; Property Developer: $114,137; Java Developer: $105,989; Recipe Developer: $92,010.

Developer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Developer make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Developer in District of Columbia is $86,214 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): $112,553
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,854 to $100,001
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,422

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Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$100,001	$8,333	$1,923	$48
Average	$86,214	$7,185	$1,658	$41
25th Percentile	$75,854	$6,321	$1,459	$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: $86,214.
California: $85,887.
Massachusetts: $84,743.

District of Columbia $86,214 California $85,887 Massachusetts $84,743 Washington $84,431 New Jersey $84,400 Alaska $84,291 Connecticut $83,217 New York $82,781

Hawaii $81,387 Rhode Island $80,733 Maryland $80,289 Minnesota $79,681 Colorado $79,448 Illinois $79,370 Oregon $79,074 Delaware $78,856

New Hampshire $78,719 Virginia $78,412 Pennsylvania $77,517 Nevada $77,065 North Dakota $76,917 Michigan $76,684 Wisconsin $76,598 Vermont $76,427

Texas $75,952 Maine $75,920 Arizona $75,874 Ohio $75,819 Georgia $75,103 Indiana $74,745 Wyoming $74,675 Utah $74,566

Iowa $74,519 Kansas $74,145 Louisiana $74,036 North Carolina $73,997 Missouri $73,982 Florida $73,678 Montana $73,514 Nebraska $73,359

Kentucky $73,273 South Carolina $72,961 Tennessee $72,767 Idaho $72,689 New Mexico $72,121 Oklahoma $71,996 Alabama $71,537 South Dakota $70,766

Arkansas $70,345 West Virginia $70,119 Mississippi $69,442

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: $85,746
Washington: $85,747
Naval Anacost Annex: $85,743

Parcel Return Service, DC $85,746 Washington, DC $85,747 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $85,743 Washington Navy Yard, DC $85,746

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 May 01, 2026

$75,854

Average $86,214/year

$100,001

$6,321

Average $7,185/month

$8,333

$1,459

Average $1,658/week

$1,923

$36

Average $41/hour

$48

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$100,001	$8,333	$1,923	$48
Average	$86,214	$7,185	$1,658	$41
25th Percentile	$75,854	$6,321	$1,459	$36

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