As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Principal Software Engineer in Acra, NY is $133,324, equivalent to $64 per hour, $2,564 weekly, or $11,110 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Principal Software Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Principal Software Engineer in Acra, NY vary widely, spanning from $112,960 to $154,994. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($122,665) and 75th percentile ($144,667), while top earners (90th percentile) make $154,994 per year. This $22,002 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, Acra Principal Software Engineer often earn 5.1% higher than national averages. 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 Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $112,960 Acra, NY June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $122,665 Acra, NY June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $133,324 Acra, NY June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $144,667 Acra, NY June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $154,994 Acra, NY June 01, 2026
25% $122,665 10% $112,960 90% $154,994 75% $144,667 $133,324 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Software Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
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    4 - 7 years experience
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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 Principal Software Engineer in Acra, NY. The base salary for Principal Software Engineer ranges from $122,665 to $144,667 with the average base salary of $133,324. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $134,562 to $165,071 with the average total cash compensation of $149,075.

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About Acra, New York    Acra is a hamlet in Greene County, New York, United States. The community is located along New York State Route 23 11.7 miles (18.8 km) west-northwest....More

Acra, New York  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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