As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for C Developer in Washington, DC is $149,899, equivalent to $72 per hour, $2,883 weekly, or $12,492 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for C Developer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for C Developer in Washington, DC vary widely, spanning from $127,777 to $173,536. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($138,320) and 75th percentile ($162,272), while top earners (90th percentile) make $173,536 per year. This $23,952 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Application Development, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Washington C Developer often earn 0.0% higher than national averages. However, Washington currently ranks 84 statewide for C Developer job salary. 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
C Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile C Developer Salary $127,777 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
25th Percentile C Developer Salary $138,320 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
50th Percentile C Developer Salary $149,899 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
75th Percentile C Developer Salary $162,272 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
90th Percentile C Developer Salary $173,536 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
25% $138,320 10% $127,777 90% $173,536 75% $162,272 $149,899 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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