As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Startup Software Engineer in Knoxville, TN is $70,966, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,365 weekly, or $5,914 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 Knoxville, TN vary widely, spanning from $59,503 to $81,180. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($64,966) and 75th percentile ($76,313), while top earners (90th percentile) make $81,180 per year. This $11,347 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, Knoxville Startup Software Engineer often earn 1.8% lower than national averages. However, Knoxville currently ranks 689 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 $59,503 Knoxville, TN June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $64,966 Knoxville, TN June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $70,966 Knoxville, TN June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $76,313 Knoxville, TN June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $81,180 Knoxville, TN June 01, 2026
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    Startup Software Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Knoxville, Tennessee    Knoxville is a city in the U.S. state of Tennessee, and the county seat of Knox County. The city had an estimated population of 186,239 in 2016 and a ....More

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