As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Startup Software Engineer in Madison, WI is $76,203, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,465 weekly, or $6,350 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 Madison, WI vary widely, spanning from $63,895 to $87,150. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($69,761) and 75th percentile ($81,933), while top earners (90th percentile) make $87,150 per year. This $12,172 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, Madison Startup Software Engineer often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Madison currently ranks 406 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 $63,895 Madison, WI May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $69,761 Madison, WI May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $76,203 Madison, WI May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $81,933 Madison, WI May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $87,150 Madison, WI May 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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About Madison, Wisconsin    Madison is located in the center of Dane County in south-central Wisconsin, 77 miles (124 km) west of Milwaukee and 122 miles (196 km) northwest of Ch....More

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