How much does a C++ Developer make in Trenton, NJ?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a C++ Developer in Trenton, NJ is $85,588. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $78,496 to $93,521, with most professionals earning between $72,039 and $100,743.

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C++ Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile C++ Developer Salary $72,039 Trenton,NJ April 01, 2025
25th Percentile C++ Developer Salary $78,496 Trenton,NJ April 01, 2025
50th Percentile C++ Developer Salary $85,588 Trenton,NJ April 01, 2025
75th Percentile C++ Developer Salary $93,521 Trenton,NJ April 01, 2025
90th Percentile C++ Developer Salary $100,743 Trenton,NJ April 01, 2025
25% $78,496 10% $72,039 90% $100,743 75% $93,521 $85,588 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    C++ Developer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Web Software Developer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of C++ Developer in Trenton, NJ. The base salary for C++ Developer ranges from $78,496 to $93,521 with the average base salary of $85,588. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $80,067 to $96,365 with the average total cash compensation of $87,002.

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About Trenton, New Jersey    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city had a total area of 8.155 square miles (21.122 km2), including 7.648 square miles (19.809 km2) ....More

Trenton, New Jersey  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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