As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Startup Software Engineer in Wilmington, NC is $70,859, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,363 weekly, or $5,905 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 Wilmington, NC vary widely, spanning from $59,413 to $81,037. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($64,868) and 75th percentile ($76,187), while top earners (90th percentile) make $81,037 per year. This $11,319 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, Wilmington Startup Software Engineer often earn 3.6% lower than national averages. However, Wilmington currently ranks 692 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 $59,413 Wilmington, NC May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $64,868 Wilmington, NC May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $70,859 Wilmington, NC May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $76,187 Wilmington, NC May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $81,037 Wilmington, NC May 01, 2026
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    Startup Software Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Wilmington, North Carolina    Wilmington is a port city and the county seat of New Hanover County in coastal southeastern North Carolina, United States. With a population of 119,04....More

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