As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Principal Full Stack Engineer in Alexandria, VA is $91,884, equivalent to $44 per hour, $1,767 weekly, or $7,657 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Principal Full Stack Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Principal Full Stack Engineer in Alexandria, VA vary widely, spanning from $73,542 to $109,241. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($82,283) and 75th percentile ($100,969), while top earners (90th percentile) make $109,241 per year. This $18,686 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Software Development, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Alexandria Principal Full Stack Engineer often earn 10.0% higher than national averages. However, Alexandria currently ranks 81 statewide for Principal Full Stack Engineer 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
Principal Full Stack Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Principal Full Stack Engineer Salary $73,542 Alexandria, VA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Principal Full Stack Engineer Salary $82,283 Alexandria, VA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Principal Full Stack Engineer Salary $91,884 Alexandria, VA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Principal Full Stack Engineer Salary $100,969 Alexandria, VA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Principal Full Stack Engineer Salary $109,241 Alexandria, VA April 01, 2026
25% $82,283 10% $73,542 90% $109,241 75% $100,969 $91,884 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The salary for a Principal Full Stack Engineer typically ranges from $120,000 to $180,000 annually, depending on factors such as experience, location, and the specific industry. This role requires expertise in both front-end and back-end technologies, along with strong leadership skills to guide development teams. Principal Full Stack Engineers are responsible for designing and implementing complex software solutions, ensuring high performance and responsiveness of applications. They collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to architectural decisions. Ad...

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About Alexandria, Virginia    Alexandria is an independent city in the Commonwealth of Virginia in the United States. As of the 2010 census, the population was 139,966, and in 2016....More

Alexandria, Virginia  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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