As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for sr developer in Cedar Rapids, IA is $133,350, equivalent to $64 per hour, $2,564 weekly, or $11,113 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for sr developer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for sr developer in Cedar Rapids, IA vary widely, spanning from $115,787 to $150,899. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($124,157) and 75th percentile ($142,536), while top earners (90th percentile) make $150,899 per year. This $18,379 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Open Source, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Cedar Rapids sr developer often earn 0.0% lower than national averages. However, Cedar Rapids currently ranks 536 statewide for sr developer 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
sr developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile sr developer Salary $115,787 Cedar Rapids, IA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile sr developer Salary $124,157 Cedar Rapids, IA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile sr developer Salary $133,350 Cedar Rapids, IA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile sr developer Salary $142,536 Cedar Rapids, IA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile sr developer Salary $150,899 Cedar Rapids, IA January 01, 2026
25% $124,157 10% $115,787 90% $150,899 75% $142,536 $133,350 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is A sr developer ?

A Senior Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software applications while ensuring high performance and responsiveness. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and deliver innovative solutions. Key responsibilities include writing clean, scalable code, conducting code reviews, and mentoring junior developers. Proficiency in multiple programming languages, frameworks, and tools is essential, along with strong problem-solving skills. A solid understanding of software development methodologies, version control syst...

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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 sr developer in Cedar Rapids, IA. The base salary for sr developer ranges from $124,157 to $142,536 with the average base salary of $133,350. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $137,213 to $168,380 with the average total cash compensation of $151,725.

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