iOS Application Developer Salary in the United States

How much does an iOS Application Developer make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an iOS Application Developer in the United States is $108,318 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

However, an iOS Application Developer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $125,147
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $98,205 to $117,127
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $88,998
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iOS Application Developer Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $117,127 $9,761 $2,252 $56
Average $108,318 $9,027 $2,083 $52
25th Percentile $98,205 $8,184 $1,889 $47
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Key Factors That Influence iOS Application Developer Salaries

An iOS Application Developer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects iOS Application Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an iOS Application Developer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $104,257
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $105,032
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $108,318
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $110,909
  • Expert (over 8 years): $111,557
Levels Salary
Entry Level iOS Application Developer$104,257
Intermediate Level iOS Application Developer$105,032
Senior Level iOS Application Developer$108,318
Specialist Level iOS Application Developer$110,909
Expert Level iOS Application Developer$111,557
$104,257 0 yr
$105,032 < 2 yrs
$108,318 2-4 yrs
$110,909 5-8 yrs
$111,557 > 8 yrs
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How Do iOS Application Developer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract iOS Application Developers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $119,930.
  • California: $119,475.
  • Massachusetts: $117,882.

Top Paying Cities for iOS Application Developers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $136,621
  • San Francisco: $135,278
  • Oakland: $132,278

What Skills Can Increase an iOS Application Developer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 2.48% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Mobile Applications (Mentioned in 3.46% Job Postings): A mobile application, most commonly known as an app, is a kind of application software intended to run on a mobile phone, for example, a smartphone or tablet PC.
  • JavaScript (Mentioned in 2.55% Job Postings): Using JavaScript in the development and maintenance of Web-based application systems.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 2.48%
Mobile Applications 3.46%
JavaScript 2.55%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an iOS Application Developer's salary.
  • Debugging: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
  • Coaching: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Debugging
$111,568
3%
Presentation
$110,484
2%
Coaching
$110,484
2%
Insight
$110,484
2%
Networking
$110,484
2%
Android
$109,401
1%
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iOS Application Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an iOS Application Developer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for iOS Application Developer

Salaries for an iOS Application Developer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $104,218 in 2023 to around $104,072 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of iOS Application Developer salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of iOS Application Developer Over Time

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