Hourly Wage for computer software engineering Salary in the United States

computer software engineering Salary in the United States

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As of January 01, 2026, the average hourly pay of computer software engineering in the United States is $67. While Salary.com is seeing that the highest pay for computer software engineering in the US can go up to $78 and the lowest down to $57, but most earn between $62 and $73. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of computer software engineering in the United States.

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computer software engineering Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile computer software engineering Salary $57 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile computer software engineering Salary $62 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile computer software engineering Salary $67 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile computer software engineering Salary $73 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile computer software engineering Salary $78 US January 01, 2026
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What is A computer software engineering ?

Computer software engineering is a dynamic field that involves the design, development, testing, and maintenance of software applications and systems. Professionals in this role typically possess strong programming skills, a solid understanding of algorithms, and knowledge of software development methodologies. They collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, create technical specifications, and implement solutions that meet user needs. Salaries for computer software engineers can vary widely based on factors such as experience, education, location, and the specific indus...

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Average Hourly Wage

Core compensation

 
 
 
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73
67

Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation

Includes base and short-term incentives

 
 
 
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74
These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of computer software engineering in the United States. The average hourly rate for computer software engineering ranges from $62 to $73 with the average hourly pay of $67. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $67 to $82 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $74.

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