Applications Software Developer Salary in the United States

How much does an Applications Software Developer make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Applications Software Developer in the United States is $118,731 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $136,319
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $108,804 to $127,937
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $99,766
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Applications Software Developer Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $127,937 $10,661 $2,460 $62
Average $118,731 $9,894 $2,283 $57
25th Percentile $108,804 $9,067 $2,092 $52
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Key Factors That Influence Applications Software Developer Salaries

An Applications Software 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 Applications Software Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Applications Software 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): $71,065
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $92,804
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $119,421
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $139,955
  • Expert (over 8 years): $162,653
Levels Salary
Applicati... Level Applications Software Developer$71,065
Applicati... Level Applications Software Developer$92,804
Applicati... Level Applications Software Developer$119,421
Applicati... Level Applications Software Developer$139,955
Applicati... Level Applications Software Developer$162,653
$71,065 0 yr
$92,804 < 2 yrs
$119,421 2-4 yrs
$139,955 5-8 yrs
$162,653 > 8 yrs
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How Do Applications Software 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 Applications Software Developers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $131,459.
  • California: $130,960.
  • Massachusetts: $129,215.

Top Paying Cities for Applications Software 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: $149,755
  • San Francisco: $148,116
  • Oakland: $144,994

What Skills Can Increase an Applications Software Developer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 6.29% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Application Development (Mentioned in 2.96% Job Postings): Application development may refer to: Mobile application development ("app development") or the process of developing desktop application software. Mobile app development is the act or process by which a mobile app is developed for mobile devices, such as personal digital assistants, enterprise digital assistants or mobile phones. These applications can be pre-installed on phones during manufacturing platforms, or delivered as web applications using server-side or client-side processing (e.g., JavaScript) to provide an "application-like" experience within a Web browser.
  • HTML (Mentioned in 1.79% Job Postings): A computer language that used in creating, updating and maintaining text, graphics and links in a website.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 6.29%
Application Development 2.96%
HTML 1.79%
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 Applications Software Developer's salary.
  • Python: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
  • Agile: Can increase your salary by up to 1%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Python
 $121,106
2%
Presentation
 $121,106
2%
Agile
 $119,918
1%
Software Development
 $119,918
1%
Collaboration
 $119,918
1%
Team Development
 $119,918
1%
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Applications Software Developer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Applications Software Developer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Applications Software Developer positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Applications Software Developer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Applications Software Developer

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$154,350$74.030%
Financial Services$142,477$68.020%
Pharmaceuticals$136,541$66.015%
Biotechnology$130,604$63.010%
Internet$130,604$63.010%

How Education impacts an Applications Software Developer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Applications Software 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 Applications Software Developer with a Associate's Degree is between $113,417 and $120,234).

Applications Software Developer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Applications Software Developer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.8%
High School 4.0%
Associates 10.1%
Bachelors 57.9%
Masters 25.3%
Doctorate 0.8%
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Applications Software Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Applications Software 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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$108,804
Average $118,731/year
$127,937
$9,067
Average $9,894/month
$10,661
$2,092
Average $2,283/week
$2,460
$52
Average $57/hour
$62
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $127,937 $10,661 $2,460 $62
Average $118,731 $9,894 $2,283 $57
25th Percentile $108,804 $9,067 $2,092 $52

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Salary Trends for Applications Software Developer

Salaries for an Applications Software Developer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $114,753 in 2023 to around $113,130 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Applications Software Developer salary trends, .

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