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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Azure Cloud Developer in California is $136,935 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $66.
However, an Azure Cloud Developer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Azure Cloud Developer Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $148,748 | $12,396 | $2,861 | $72 |
| Average | $136,935 | $11,411 | $2,633 | $66 |
| 25th Percentile | $119,256 | $9,938 | $2,293 | $57 |
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An Azure Cloud 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.
Experience is a primary driver of an Azure Cloud 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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Azure Cloud Developer | $128,096 |
| Intermediate Level Azure Cloud Developer | $129,569 |
| Senior Level Azure Cloud Developer | $132,761 |
| Specialist Level Azure Cloud Developer | $136,444 |
| Expert Level Azure Cloud Developer | $141,265 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Azure Cloud Developers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
Understanding how an Azure Cloud 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $148,748 | $12,396 | $2,861 | $72 |
| Average | $136,935 | $11,411 | $2,633 | $66 |
| 25th Percentile | $119,256 | $9,938 | $2,293 | $57 |
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