As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Startup Software Engineer in Cleveland, OH is $75,251, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,447 weekly, or $6,271 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Startup Software Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Startup Software Engineer in Cleveland, OH vary widely, spanning from $63,096 to $86,082. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($68,889) and 75th percentile ($80,920), while top earners (90th percentile) make $86,082 per year. This $12,031 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Python, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Cleveland Startup Software Engineer often earn 0.1% lower than national averages. However, Cleveland currently ranks 453 statewide for Startup Software 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
Startup Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $63,096 Cleveland, OH June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $68,889 Cleveland, OH June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $75,251 Cleveland, OH June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $80,920 Cleveland, OH June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $86,082 Cleveland, OH June 01, 2026
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    Startup Software Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
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