iSeries Developer Salary in the United States

How much does an iSeries Developer make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an iSeries Developer in the United States is $108,753 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $126,738
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $100,794 to $118,167
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $93,548
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Wage
75th Percentile $118,167 $9,847 $2,272 $57
Average $108,753 $9,063 $2,091 $52
25th Percentile $100,794 $8,400 $1,938 $48
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Key Factors That Influence iSeries Developer Salaries

An iSeries 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 iSeries Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an iSeries 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): $73,487
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $92,645
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $108,061
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $135,475
  • Expert (over 8 years): $162,165
Levels Salary
Frontend ... Level iSeries Developer$73,487
Frontend ... Level iSeries Developer$92,645
iSeries D... Level iSeries Developer$108,061
Frontend ... Level iSeries Developer$135,475
Frontend ... Level iSeries Developer$162,165
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$92,645 < 2 yrs
$108,061 2-4 yrs
$135,475 5-8 yrs
$162,165 > 8 yrs
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How Do iSeries 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 iSeries Developers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $120,411.
  • California: $119,955.
  • Massachusetts: $118,356.

Top Paying Cities for iSeries 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: $137,170
  • San Francisco: $135,822
  • Oakland: $132,809

What Skills Can Increase an iSeries Developer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 2.22% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • API (Mentioned in 3.65% 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.
  • User Interface (Mentioned in 2.08% Job Postings): The user interface (UI) is the point of human-computer interaction and communication in a device. This can include display screens, keyboards, a mouse and the appearance of a desktop.
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Commitment 2.22%
API 3.65%
User Interface 2.08%
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 iSeries Developer's salary.
  • Hard Working: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
  • Innovation: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Hard Working
 $112,016
3%
Leadership
 $110,928
2%
Innovation
 $110,928
2%
Insight
 $110,928
2%
Creativity
 $110,928
2%
AWS
 $109,841
1%
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How Education impacts an iSeries Developer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many iSeries 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 iSeries Developer with a Associate's Degree is between $107,926 and $112,219).

iSeries Developer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for iSeries Developer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 6.3%
High School 6.3%
Associates 4.2%
Bachelors 58.3%
Masters 27.1%
Doctorate 4.2%
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iSeries Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an iSeries 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.

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$100,794
Average $108,753/year
$118,167
$8,400
Average $9,063/month
$9,847
$1,938
Average $2,091/week
$2,272
$48
Average $52/hour
$57
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $118,167 $9,847 $2,272 $57
Average $108,753 $9,063 $2,091 $52
25th Percentile $100,794 $8,400 $1,938 $48

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Salary Trends for iSeries Developer

Salaries for an iSeries Developer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $116,331 in 2023 to around $116,118 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of iSeries Developer salary trends, .

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