As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for GIS Developer in the US is $65,573, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,261 weekly, or $5,464 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for GIS Developer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for GIS Developer in the US vary widely, spanning from $54,724 to $78,727. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($59,894) and 75th percentile ($72,458), while top earners (90th percentile) make $78,727 per year. This $12,564 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or CAD, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia GIS Developer often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 68 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
GIS Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile GIS Developer Salary $54,724 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile GIS Developer Salary $59,894 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile GIS Developer Salary $65,573 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile GIS Developer Salary $72,458 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile GIS Developer Salary $78,727 US August 01, 2026
25% $59,894 10% $54,724 90% $78,727 75% $72,458 $65,573 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    GIS Developer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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