As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Startup Software Engineer in Rochester, MN is $77,542, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,491 weekly, or $6,462 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 Rochester, MN vary widely, spanning from $65,017 to $88,680. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($70,986) and 75th percentile ($83,372), while top earners (90th percentile) make $88,680 per year. This $12,386 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, Rochester Startup Software Engineer often earn 2.0% higher than national averages. However, Rochester currently ranks 334 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 $65,017 Rochester, MN May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $70,986 Rochester, MN May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $77,542 Rochester, MN May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $83,372 Rochester, MN May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $88,680 Rochester, MN 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 Rochester, Minnesota    Rochester is a city founded in 1854 in the U.S. State of Minnesota and is the county seat of Olmsted County located on the Zumbro River's south fork i....More

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