As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Automation Developer in the US is $106,742, equivalent to $51 per hour, $2,053 weekly, or $8,895 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Automation Developer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Automation Developer in the US vary widely, spanning from $92,346 to $122,694. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($99,207) and 75th percentile ($115,092), while top earners (90th percentile) make $122,694 per year. This $15,885 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Python, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Automation Developer often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 52 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Automation Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Automation Developer Salary $92,346 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Automation Developer Salary $99,207 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Automation Developer Salary $106,742 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Automation Developer Salary $115,092 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Automation Developer Salary $122,694 US January 01, 2026
25% $99,207 10% $92,346 90% $122,694 75% $115,092 $106,742 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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